The Norma Pace Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Norma Pace Foundation is a private foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $24,000 and the largest $301,240. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$24,000
- Largest grant$301,240
- Assets$24.2 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $972,950 the year before.
19% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $913,500 | 20 | $20.4 million |
| 2024 | $972,950 | 22 | $22.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 21 | $24.2 million |
How to apply
The Norma Pace 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 Norma Pace Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York. It also paid $3,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $523,240 |
| Florida | 4 | $401,051 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $40,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $40,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Inner-City Scholarship Fund | Contribution | $301,240 |
| Catholic Community School Foundation - Diocese of Palm Beach | Contribution | $300,000 |
| St Nicholas Melkite Greek Catholic Church | Contribution | $67,051 |
| Mt Carmel - Holy Rosary School | Contribution | $50,000 |
| Peo International | Contribution | $40,000 |
| The New York Foundling | Contribution | $30,000 |
| Cathedral High School | Contribution | $30,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Rosarian Academy Catholic School | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Saint Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic Church | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Saints Cyril and Methodious Catholic Church | Contribution | $24,000 |
| American Enterprise Institute | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Ethics Resource Center | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Lustgarten Foundation | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Manhattan Institute | Contribution | $20,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Contribution | $20,000 |
| St Ann's Place | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Institute for Educational Achievement | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Brain Research Uk | Contribution | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Lepore
- Alexander Lepore
- Geraldine Feola
- Weatlh Advisors Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does The Norma Pace Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Norma Pace Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $24,000.
Who runs The Norma Pace Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Lepore (Trustee), Alexander Lepore (Trustee), Geraldine Feola (Trustee) and Weatlh Advisors Trust Company (Trustee).
What does The Norma Pace Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and international.