Needy But Not Greedy Nancy L Amato and Robert A Amato Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Needy But Not Greedy Nancy L Amato and Robert A Amato Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $166,480 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$166,480
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $180,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $0 | 0 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $180,000 | 18 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $166,480 | 20 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Needy But Not Greedy Nancy L Amato and Robert A Amato 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 Needy But Not Greedy Nancy L Amato and Robert A Amato Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 9 | $73,000 |
| Arizona | 6 | $51,480 |
| Ohio | 2 | $18,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 500 Turkeys | General fund | $10,000 |
| Attaboy | Purchase of led lights[:comma:] truss[:comma:] and drum risers | $10,000 |
| C A S T for Kids | Support event for kids with special needs | $10,000 |
| Claire Parker Foundation | Care boxes for cancer patients | $10,000 |
| Family Promise of Porter County | Funds for renovating a shelter | $10,000 |
| The Garden House Foundation | Improvements to the backyard of a foster home | $10,000 |
| Hart Pantry | Food for teens at risk | $10,000 |
| Light the Way (Bethlehem Lutheran Church) | Sound equipment and ministry fees for light the way | $10,000 |
| Make A Kid Smile Corp | Purchase[:comma:] storage[:comma:] and distribution of emergency items for foster families | $10,000 |
| Nwi No Child Hungry Inc | Buddy bag program | $10,000 |
| Raising Men and Women Lawn Care | Support youth completing 50 yard challenge | $10,000 |
| Shine Village Initiative | Educational programs | $10,000 |
| The Magic Yarn Project | Travel expenses for training conference | $8,000 |
| Mpowrd | Shirts[:comma:] spidends for marketing[:comma:] and outreach programs | $8,000 |
| Our Greater Good | Website creation and operating costs | $8,000 |
| Zuri's Circle | Expansion of programs[:comma:] stipends for educators and outreach | $8,000 |
| Az Faith and Families | Travel for speaking engagements[:comma:] and referral program | $5,480 |
| Uniquely Nico | Funds for events | $4,000 |
| Santa Delivers All Year Round Inc | Holiday gifts and food for needy families | $3,000 |
| Beyond the Church Walls | Purchase and distribute food at various events | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Amato
- Jolene Piaskowski
- Leslie Hardsock
Questions people ask
Does Needy But Not Greedy Nancy L Amato and Robert A Amato Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Needy But Not Greedy Nancy L Amato and Robert A Amato Foundation give?
$166,480 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Needy But Not Greedy Nancy L Amato and Robert A Amato Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nancy Amato (Trustee), Jolene Piaskowski (Trustee) and Leslie Hardsock (Trustee).
What does Needy But Not Greedy Nancy L Amato and Robert A Amato Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and food and hunger.