The Pellerito Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Pellerito Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $29,800 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,950 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$29,800
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,950
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $24,900 the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $24,900 | 8 | $764,409 |
| 2024 | $29,800 | 10 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The Pellerito 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 Pellerito Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $23,300 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Harbor Devlopmental Disabilities Foundation | Harbor Help Fund | $5,000 |
| Place of Hope Inc | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Place of Hope Inc | Charitable Event | $3,000 |
| El Beth El Development Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| El Beth El Development Center Inc | Charitable Event | $1,400 |
| Els for Autism Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Positivi-Tee Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation | Charitable Event | $500 |
| The Friends of Jupiter Beach Inc | General & Unrestricted | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Cynthia Pellerito
- Vincent E Pellerito
Questions people ask
Does The Pellerito Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pellerito Foundation give?
$29,800 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,950.
Who runs The Pellerito Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cynthia Pellerito (Dir, Sec) and Vincent E Pellerito (Pres, Dir, Treas).
What does The Pellerito Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and disability.