Joann Denapoli Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Joann Denapoli Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Waltham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $176,929 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $116,804. 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$176,929
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$116,804
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $78,984 the year before.
44% 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 | $37,000 | 12 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $78,984 | 15 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $176,929 | 16 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Joann Denapoli Charitable Foundation Inc 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 Joann Denapoli Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 2 | $117,204 |
| Massachusetts | 9 | $49,425 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $7,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $1,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable Fund | Charitable & educational | $116,804 |
| Arlington Boys & Girls Club | Charitable & educational | $45,000 |
| Camp Marist | Charitable & educational | $7,500 |
| New England Innocence Project | Charitable & educational | $2,500 |
| Mercy Ships | Charitable & educational | $1,000 |
| Save the Children | Charitable & educational | $1,000 |
| Boston Children's Chorus | Charitable & educational | $500 |
| Pan-Mass Challenge | Charitable & educational | $500 |
| Serious Fun Children's Network | Charitable & educational | $500 |
| Barrington Youth Basketball | Charitable & educational | $400 |
| American Cancer Society | Charitable & educational | $300 |
| Windrush Farm | Charitable & educational | $250 |
| Special Olympics | Charitable & educational | $250 |
| Winchester News Group | Charitable & educational | $250 |
| Union Farming Institute of Boston | Charitable & educational | $100 |
| Lights of Love Winchester | Charitable & educational | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen M Politi Esq
- George W Malloy Cpa
- Kara Anne Humm Esq
- Luca L Politi PHD
Questions people ask
Does Joann Denapoli Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joann Denapoli Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$176,929 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Joann Denapoli Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen M Politi Esq (President/Director), George W Malloy Cpa (Director), Kara Anne Humm Esq (Director) and Luca L Politi PHD (Director).
What does Joann Denapoli Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.