Denike Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Denike Family Foundation is a private foundation in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $68,090 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,030 and the largest $24,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$68,090
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,030
- Largest grant$24,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,053 the year before.
39% 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 | $63,410 | 27 | $0 |
| 2024 | $55,053 | 16 | $0 |
| 2025 | $68,090 | 18 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Kevin Denike 25 Old Cannon Road, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (917) 439-3449 |
| What to submit | Description of the charitable, scientific, literary or education purpose, including the prevention of cruelty to children and animals. |
| Deadlines | 12/31 |
| Restrictions | No private individuals or used for carrying out propaganda or otherwise utilized to attempt to influence legislation or any political campaign or election. |
What Denike Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 5 | $32,060 |
| New York | 2 | $14,030 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $4,500 |
| California | 2 | $3,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The First Tee | Educational programs for youths. | $24,000 |
| Covenant House | Provide care and vital services to homeless, abandoned, abused and exploited kids. | $11,530 |
| Presbyterian Church at New Providence | Religeous Education | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Food bank | $5,000 |
| Cusp Foundation Inc | New preschool funding | $5,000 |
| St Baldricks Foundation | Childhood cancer | $2,500 |
| Rip Medical Debt | Providing medical debt relief for families. | $2,500 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety | Prevent gun violence | $2,500 |
| Spur | Equestrian instructors and lessons. | $1,060 |
| Lifebox Foundation Inc | Surgery equipment | $1,000 |
| Community Food Bank | Food for families | $1,000 |
| Rebuilding Warriors | Disabled warriors | $1,000 |
| Hospital Albert Schweitzer | Public helathcare in Haiti. | $1,000 |
| Market Street Mission | Addiction Recovery | $1,000 |
| Partners in Health | Health care for poor regions. | $1,000 |
| NPR Network | Providing news and programming to the public. | $1,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Provide educational scholarships to fallen or disabled families | $1,000 |
| Metavivor Research and Support | Medical research | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin Denike
- Susan Denike
- Jennifer Denike
- Jessica Sforza
Questions people ask
Does Denike Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 12/31.
How much does Denike Family Foundation give?
$68,090 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,030.
Who runs Denike Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kevin Denike (Trustee), Susan Denike (Trustee), Jennifer Denike (Trustee) and Jessica Sforza (Trustee).
What does Denike Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.