Greg Barnas Firefighter Benefit Fund
Preselected recipients only
Greg Barnas Firefighter Benefit Fund is a private foundation in Wallington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,600 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $1,000. 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$5,600
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$19,397
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $7,600 the year before.
40% 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 | $4,250 | 9 | $22,297 |
| 2024 | $7,600 | 9 | $19,797 |
| 2025 | $5,600 | 11 | $19,397 |
How to apply
Greg Barnas Firefighter Benefit Fund 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 9 | $4,600 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Donation | $1,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $500 |
| Wallington High School | Scholarship for Future Fireman | $500 |
| Individual | Donation | $500 |
| Michael Russo | Donation | $500 |
| Michelle Zessin | Donation | $500 |
| 200 Club of Bergen County | Donation-Ad | $500 |
| Individual | Donation | $500 |
| Individual | Donation | $500 |
| Individual | Donation | $500 |
| Wallington Fire Dept #1 | Donation for Parade | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Barnas
- Kevin Barnas
- Kevin Doviak
- Gregory Fabijanczuk CPA
Questions people ask
Does Greg Barnas Firefighter Benefit Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Greg Barnas Firefighter Benefit Fund give?
$5,600 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Greg Barnas Firefighter Benefit Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia Barnas (Trustee), Kevin Barnas (Trustee), Kevin Doviak (Trustee) and Gregory Fabijanczuk CPA (Trustee).