James Michael & Violet Fitzpatrick Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James Michael & Violet Fitzpatrick Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wyckoff, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,515 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $210 and the largest $600. 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$7,515
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$210
- Largest grant$600
- Assets$355
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,105 the year before.
30% 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 | $5,025 | 16 | -$2,747 |
| 2024 | $7,105 | 27 | $374 |
| 2025 | $7,515 | 27 | $355 |
How to apply
James Michael & Violet Fitzpatrick Family 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 James Michael & Violet Fitzpatrick Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 9 | $2,700 |
| New York | 6 | $1,725 |
| Virginia | 2 | $590 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| Florida | 2 | $330 |
| Georgia | 1 | $300 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $210 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $200 |
| Nevada | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| William Paterson University | Donation for education supplies | $600 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Donation for medical aid | $500 |
| Community Food Bank | Donation for food for poor | $500 |
| Ramapo-Bergen Animal Relief | Donation for animal shelter | $500 |
| Alzheimers Association | Donation for research | $500 |
| American Cancer Society | Donation for research | $500 |
| Best Friends | Donation to shelter animals | $400 |
| Eva's Kitchen | Donation for feeding homeless | $400 |
| Channel 13 - PBS | Donation for educational tv | $390 |
| ASPCA | Donation for protecting animlas | $300 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Donation for building supplies | $300 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Donation for eyeglasses | $300 |
| Shriners | Donation for med care for kids | $300 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Donation for catholic ed | $210 |
| Feeding Pets of the Homeless | Donation to supply food | $200 |
| Operation Smile | Donation for oral surgery | $200 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Donation to returning soldiers | $200 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Donation for veteran medical | $200 |
| American Red Cross | Donation for medical aid | $200 |
| Focas | Donation animal wellbeing | $200 |
| Mercy Ships | Donation for medical care | $200 |
| Pascack Valley PBA | Donation for police vests | $100 |
| Tri-Boro Ambulance Corp | Donation for ambulance maintenance | $100 |
| Park Ridge Firemen's Association | Donation for fire equipment | $100 |
| Smithsonian Institution | Donation for preserving docs | $60 |
| Turtles Hospital | Donation for care of FL turtles | $30 |
| AARP Foundation | Donation for senior magazine | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Violet H Fitzpatrick
- Alan A Davidson
- Louis T Scipione
Questions people ask
Does James Michael & Violet Fitzpatrick Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James Michael & Violet Fitzpatrick Family Foundation give?
$7,515 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $210.
Who runs James Michael & Violet Fitzpatrick Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Violet H Fitzpatrick (Trustee), Alan A Davidson (Trustee) and Louis T Scipione (Trustee).
What does James Michael & Violet Fitzpatrick Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, animals and housing and homelessness.