Demello Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Demello Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in New Bedford, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$40,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$116,529
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,400 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 | $50,000 | 1 | $56,740 |
| 2024 | $27,400 | 1 | $68,147 |
| 2025 | $40,000 | 2 | $116,529 |
How to apply
| Contact | Janice Almeida 300 Union Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (508) 984-4800 |
| What to submit | Written requests limited to six pages |
| Restrictions | Greater new bedford area |
What Demello Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Umass Dartmouth | Bridging the atlantic project-promote academic and cultural exchange in nursing field | $25,000 |
| Southcoast Health | Cmh pathway to excellence fund | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alan Riendeau
- Janice Almeida
- Michael J McGlone
- Derek Almeida
- Michel Fernandes
- Lilia Fagundes
Questions people ask
Does Demello Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Demello Charitable Foundation give?
$40,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Demello Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alan Riendeau (Trustee), Janice Almeida (Trustee), Michael J McGlone (Trustee) and Derek Almeida (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Demello Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and education.