George and Maria Talisse Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
George and Maria Talisse Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $129,250 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$129,250
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $112,000 the year before.
56% 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 | $93,000 | 31 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $112,000 | 38 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $129,250 | 47 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
George and Maria Talisse Charitable 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 George and Maria Talisse Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 20 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 12 | $44,250 |
| New York | 10 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $7,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $6,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $4,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $4,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | To further org. Exempt purpose | $12,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | To further org. Exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | To further org. Exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Individual | To further org. Exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| The Salvation Army | To further org. Exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| Individual | To further org. Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Venic | To further org. Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | To further org. Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Individual | To further org. Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Grand Almoners Fund | To further org. Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| St Matthews House | To further org. Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church of Nap | To further org. Exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem F | To further org. Exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Individual | To further org. Exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| CT Freemasons Foundation | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| oblate sisters of st francis de sal | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Covenant House | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| The Society of St Vincent Depaul US | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Catholic Medical Mission Board | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Care | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Feed the Hungry | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Seventh Day Adventist School of Nap | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Heart of the Nation Catholic Mass | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Guadalupe Center | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Save the Children | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Map International | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Support Our Aging Religious Inc | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Sisters of St Benedict | To further org. Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Frairs of the Atonement | To further org. Exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | To further org. Exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| Feed the Children | To further org. Exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| Boys Town | To further org. Exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| Scottish Rite Benevolent Foundation | To further org. Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| The Society for Propagation of the | To further org. Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Food for the Poor | To further org. Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| The Marist Brothers | To further org. Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Amnesty International | To further org. Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| The Masonic Charity Foundation of C | To further org. Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Americares | To further org. Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George G Talisse
- Maria E Talisse
- George E Talisse
- Charles A Talisse
- Carol E Talisse
Questions people ask
Does George and Maria Talisse Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George and Maria Talisse Charitable Foundation give?
$129,250 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs George and Maria Talisse Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists George G Talisse (Grantor and), Maria E Talisse (Grantor and), George E Talisse (Trustee) and Charles A Talisse (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does George and Maria Talisse Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and faith communities.