The De Luca Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The De Luca Foundation is a private foundation in Boca Raton, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,850 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $29,600. 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$100,850
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$29,600
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $52,583 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 | $500 | 1 | $999,044 |
| 2024 | $52,583 | 4 | $986,033 |
| 2025 | $100,850 | 9 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The De Luca 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 De Luca Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $48,000 |
| California | 3 | $44,600 |
| Florida | 2 | $5,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prager University Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $29,600 |
| Malden Catholic High School | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Bentley University | Silvana De Luca Endowed Scholarship Fund | $21,000 |
| Sola I Can Foundation | LA Fire Relief Fund | $10,000 |
| Sola I Can Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Sweet Dream Makers Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Blood Water Mission Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,750 |
| Community Foundation for Palm Beach & Martin Count | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Boston Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Guerin Ciampi
Questions people ask
Does The De Luca Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The De Luca Foundation give?
$100,850 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The De Luca Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Guerin Ciampi (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does The De Luca Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.