The Margaret Foti Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Margaret Foti Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,500 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $56,500 and the largest $56,500. 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$56,500
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$56,500
- Largest grant$56,500
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,000 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 | $35,000 | 1 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 1 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $56,500 | 1 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Margaret Foti 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 Margaret Foti Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $56,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Association for Cancer Research | General & Unrestricted | $56,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter A Certo Jr
- Donna Certo-Mirabelli
- Margaret Foti
Questions people ask
Does The Margaret Foti Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Margaret Foti Foundation give?
$56,500 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $56,500.
Who runs The Margaret Foti Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter A Certo Jr (VP), Donna Certo-Mirabelli (VP) and Margaret Foti (Pres, Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does The Margaret Foti Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.