Dirienzo Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Dirienzo Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,600 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$69,600
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$206,918
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,600 the year before.
29% 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 | $55,500 | 19 | $132,290 |
| 2024 | $55,600 | 21 | $231,361 |
| 2025 | $69,600 | 25 | $206,918 |
How to apply
| Contact | Margaret A Dirienzo President 4735 S Saddlehorn Drive, Reno, NV 89511 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (775) 823-8962, madirienzo@yahoo.com |
| What to submit | Foundation-provided form asking for personal and financial info, summary of how applicant is improving self |
| Deadlines | Established each year by president only if necessary |
| Restrictions | Low-income/net worth individuals striving to improve lives from tragedy, misfortune, or to pursue education/training or self-employment |
What Dirienzo Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 10 | $25,600 |
| Missouri | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $7,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $7,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | 4-year scholarship to low income student | $20,000 |
| Nevada Policy Research Institute | 501(c)(3) state org (nv) | $7,000 |
| South Reno Baptist Church | 501(c)(3) church contributions | $7,000 |
| Judicial Watch | 501(c)(3) national foundation | $5,000 |
| The Leadership Institute | 501(c)(3) for women | $5,000 |
| US Wolf Refuge | 501(c)(3) animal rescue | $3,000 |
| Hillsdale College | 501(c)(3) private college | $2,000 |
| Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation | 501(c)(3) for children | $2,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | 501(c)(3) national foundation | $2,000 |
| The Hayek Group | 501(c)(3) local donation | $1,600 |
| Allentown Hospital School of Nursing Alumni | 501(c)(3) nursing alumni | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | 501(c)(3) national foundation | $1,000 |
| American Legion Charities | 501(c)(3) veteran organization | $1,000 |
| Artown | 501(c)(3) local | $1,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | 501(c)(3) diabetes research | $1,000 |
| Community Fellowship | 501(c)(3) church | $1,000 |
| Gonzaga University FBO DS Tajada | Scholarship - pre med | $1,000 |
| McCallum Theatre | 501(c)(3) nonprofit performing arts center | $1,000 |
| Reno Sparks Gospel Mission | 501(c)(3) local religious org | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | 501(c)(3) national | $1,000 |
| St Joseph's India School | 501(c)(3) for native american children | $1,000 |
| The CO2 Coalition | 501(c)(3) | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | 501(c)(3) veterans | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | 501(c)(3) national charity | $1,000 |
| Washoe County Sheriff's Charitable Fund | 501(c)(3) charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret A Dirienzo
- Frederick H Dirienzo
- Alyssa C Dirienzo
- Amara L Hildebrand
Questions people ask
Does Dirienzo Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Established each year by president only if necessary.
How much does Dirienzo Foundation Inc give?
$69,600 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Dirienzo Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Margaret A Dirienzo (President), Frederick H Dirienzo (Treasurer), Alyssa C Dirienzo (Trustee) and Amara L Hildebrand (Trustee).
What does Dirienzo Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and faith communities.