Donald F &Charlene K Lamberti Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donald F &Charlene K Lamberti Foundation is a private foundation in Ankeny, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.7 million in 34 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $6.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$6.7 million
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$6.0 million
- Assets$25.8 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $902,100 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $855,500 | 38 | $20.8 million |
| 2023 | $902,100 | 37 | $27.2 million |
| 2024 | $6.7 million | 34 | $25.8 million |
How to apply
Donald F &Charlene K Lamberti 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 Donald F &Charlene K Lamberti Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 21 | $6.5 million |
| Minnesota | 1 | $50,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $30,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $15,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Italian American Cultural Center of | Contribution | $6.0 million |
| Forge Coalition for Family Flourish | Charitable | $90,000 |
| Catholic Diocese of Des Moines | Contribution | $63,200 |
| Net Ministries Inc | Contribution | $50,000 |
| World Food Prize | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Mercy Foundation of Des Moines Iowa | Contribution | $40,000 |
| Fellowship of Cath University Students | Contribution | $30,000 |
| Blessman International | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Child Serve | Contribution | $25,000 |
| James Arthur Albert Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Hope Ministries | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Ruth Harbor Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Iowans Supporting Israel | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Catholics Come Home Inc | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Dynamic Catholic Institute | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Ankeny Christian Academy | Contribution | $15,000 |
| St Luke the Evangelist Catholic Chu | Contribution | $15,000 |
| St Joseph Catholic School Church | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Dowling Catholic High School | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Biking for Babies | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Benedictine College | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Your Choice Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Eternal Word Television Network | Charitable | $15,000 |
| The Gathering Place | Charitable | $15,000 |
| March for Life | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Central Iowa Fellowship of Christia | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Mid Iowa Council Boy Scouts of Amer | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Pulse Life Advocates | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Monks of the Blessed Virgin | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Puppy Jake Foundation | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Newman Center Trust Account | Contribution | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey M Lamberti
- Kimberli K Lamberti Pitts
Questions people ask
Does Donald F &Charlene K Lamberti Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald F &Charlene K Lamberti Foundation give?
$6.7 million in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Donald F &Charlene K Lamberti Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeffrey M Lamberti (President) and Kimberli K Lamberti Pitts (Secy/Treas).
What does Donald F &Charlene K Lamberti Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.