Szalay Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Szalay Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $20,000. 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$65,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$472,550
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $48,086 | 9 | $461,567 |
| 2024 | $41,500 | 10 | $476,715 |
| 2025 | $65,500 | 10 | $472,550 |
How to apply
Szalay 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 Szalay Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $24,800 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $5,700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Upmc Children Hospital | General | $20,000 |
| Holy Name Cathedral | General | $15,000 |
| Upper Valley(nh) Music Center | General | $15,000 |
| Diocese of Palm Beach | General | $5,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | General | $3,000 |
| Archdiocese of Chicago | General | $2,500 |
| Shedd Aquarium | General | $2,500 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General | $1,000 |
| Solti Foundation | General | $800 |
| Norton Museumof Art | General | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert N Szalay
- Nancy K Szalay
- James Szalay
- Nicole Szalay
Questions people ask
Does Szalay Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Szalay Family Foundation give?
$65,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs Szalay Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert N Szalay (Director, Pres), Nancy K Szalay (Director, VP), James Szalay (Director) and Nicole Szalay (Director).
What does Szalay Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.