The Stanton and Colombo Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Stanton and Colombo Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$33,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $82,500 the year before.
67% of its 2025 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 | $94,500 | 10 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $82,500 | 5 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $33,000 | 8 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Stanton and Colombo 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 Stanton and Colombo Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $22,500 |
| New York | 2 | $7,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Stanford University | to support the work led by Dr. Bonilla of the MECFS clinic | $5,000 |
| Stanford University | The Dean's Fund at the Graduate School of Business | $5,000 |
| Trustees of Columbia University | To support NK cell research and the NEAR program | $5,000 |
| Nova Southeastern University Inc | Dr. Klimas ME/CFS Translational Research Fund | $2,500 |
| Open Medicine Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Facing History and Ourselves | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Wharton Program | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Adam Colombo
- Amy Colombo
- Francesca Colombo
- Janice Stanton
Questions people ask
Does The Stanton and Colombo Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Stanton and Colombo Family Foundation give?
$33,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs The Stanton and Colombo Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Adam Colombo (Trustee), Amy Colombo (Trustee), Francesca Colombo (Trustee) and Janice Stanton (Trustee).
What does The Stanton and Colombo Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.