Anabel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Anabel Foundation is a private foundation in Fair Haven, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,954 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $2,565 and the largest $10,000. 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$92,954
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$2,565
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $67,253 the year before.
78% 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 | $72,152 | 26 | $0 |
| 2024 | $67,253 | 16 | $7,274 |
| 2025 | $92,954 | 32 | $0 |
How to apply
Anabel 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 Anabel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 26 | $79,830 |
| New York | 3 | $7,620 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,809 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,495 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Aid | $10,000 |
| Monmouth Park | Aid | $7,800 |
| Individual | Aid | $6,700 |
| Afrmc | Aid | $5,620 |
| Vinca Fund | Aid | $4,500 |
| Holy Cross Academy | Aid | $4,400 |
| Children Spec Hospital | Aid | $4,300 |
| Hops for Awareness | Aid | $4,161 |
| Individual | Aid | $4,000 |
| United Way Monmouth | Aid | $4,000 |
| Casa for Children Mon Cty | Aid | $3,350 |
| Brookdale Comm College | Aid | $3,200 |
| Individual | Aid | $3,000 |
| Octtoberfest | Aid | $2,809 |
| Individual | Aid | $2,740 |
| Ctr for Great Expectations | Aid | $2,700 |
| Mercy Center | Aid | $2,430 |
| Centrastate Med Ctr | Aid | $2,140 |
| Bayshore Comm Hospital | Aid | $2,000 |
| Red Bank Pba | Aid | $2,000 |
| Mustache for Ms | Aid | $1,495 |
| Fca | Aid | $1,200 |
| 180 Turning Lives Around | Aid | $1,000 |
| Boomer Esiason Fdn | Aid | $1,000 |
| Njthco | Aid | $1,000 |
| Preferred Behaviour Health | Aid | $1,000 |
| St Leo the Great PTA | Aid | $1,000 |
| Tiger House | Aid | $1,000 |
| One Live 2 Live | Aid | $809 |
| Monmouth Cty Police Chiefs | Aid | $800 |
| Habcore | Aid | $500 |
| Tinton Falls Little League | Aid | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- John Privetera
- Edward Flego
- John Mercandante
Questions people ask
Does Anabel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Anabel Foundation give?
$92,954 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $2,565.
Who runs Anabel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Privetera (Chairman), Edward Flego (Director) and John Mercandante (Director).
What does Anabel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.