The Carlesimo Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Carlesimo Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,200 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $3,100. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$16,200
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$3,100
- Assets$560,390
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $14,900 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,800 | 37 | $521,549 |
| 2024 | $14,900 | 36 | $531,049 |
| 2025 | $16,200 | 37 | $560,390 |
How to apply
The Carlesimo Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Carlesimo Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 15 | $9,450 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $1,250 |
| Illinois | 3 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $500 |
| Ohio | 2 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $500 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $3,100 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $3,100 |
| Padre Pio Foundation of America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| St Jude League | National Shrine of St. Jude | $500 |
| St Michael Catholic Church | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Association of the Miraculous Medal | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Blue Army of Our Lady of Fatima USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Catholic Foreign Mission Society of America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament | Saint Ann's Shrine | $250 |
| Divine Mercy | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Father Flanagans Boys Home | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Franciscan Friars of the Atonement | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Franciscan Mission Associates | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Legion of Christ College Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Marianist Mission | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Missionary Oblate of Mary Immaculate of Texas | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Order of Friars Minor Conventual St Anthony of Pad | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Passionist Communications Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Province of St Mary of the Capuchin Order | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| RC Activities Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Read Ahead Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Roman Catholic Church of Holy Cross and Saint John | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Sacred Heart Monastery | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Salesian Missions Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Seraphic Mass Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Smile Train Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Society of the Little Flower | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| St Josephs Church Yorkville | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| St Josephs School Yorkville | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| St Benedicts Abbey | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| St Jean Baptiste Church | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| The Congregation of the Passion Holy Cross Provin | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| The Dominican Foundation of Dominican Friars Provi | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| The New York Foundling | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Womens Rights Information Center | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Celeste Carlesimo
- Nicole Diaz
- Michael Diaz Jr
- Khandker Nazma Yasmin
Questions people ask
Does The Carlesimo Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Carlesimo Family Foundation give?
$16,200 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs The Carlesimo Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Celeste Carlesimo (Dir, Sec, VP), Nicole Diaz (Dir, VP), Michael Diaz Jr (Dir, Pres) and Khandker Nazma Yasmin (Dir).
What does The Carlesimo Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.