Volpe Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Volpe Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $400,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $320,000. 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$400,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$320,000
- Assets$391,849
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $275,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $275,000 | 1 | $724,489 |
| 2024 | $400,000 | 3 | $391,849 |
How to apply
Volpe 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 Volpe Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $370,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Walsh Foundation | Pri loan forgiveness | $320,000 |
| Archbishop Walsh High School | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Lehigh University | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephanie Lambert
- Camille Volpe
- Christine Volpe
- Vincent R Volpe Jr
Questions people ask
Does Volpe Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Volpe Foundation give?
$400,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Volpe Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephanie Lambert (Dir, Treas), Camille Volpe (Dir, Sec), Christine Volpe (Dir, VP) and Vincent R Volpe Jr (Dir, Pres, Chairman).
What does Volpe Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.