Modera Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Modera Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Westwood, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $56,505 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $150 and the largest $25,555. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$56,505
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$150
- Largest grant$25,555
- Assets$0
- New grantees95%
Giving in 2024 was up from $35,083 the year before.
95% of its 2024 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 | $35,083 | 67 | $90,832 |
| 2024 | $56,505 | 22 | $0 |
How to apply
Modera Charitable 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 Modera Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $25,555 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 4 | $1,250 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $600 |
| New York | 2 | $600 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | Modera Community Impact Fund | $25,555 |
| Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc | CFP Scholarship Fund | $25,000 |
| University of Miami | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Volunteers of America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro Inc | Women 2 Women program | $500 |
| Friends of Karen Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Pennsylvania State University | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Yale University | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| DSC United Corp | General & Unrestricted | $350 |
| First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church | General & Unrestricted | $200 |
| American Heart Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
| American Parkinson Disease Assoc | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
| City of Hope | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
| Proverbs 12 10 Animal Rescue & Adoption | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
| Raritan Valley Community College Foundation | Honors College Fund | $100 |
| Richardson Rescue | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
| Voyageur Outward Bound School | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
| Eliada Homes Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50 |
| Hunters Helping the Hungry Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50 |
| The William Paterson University of New Jersey Foun | Financial Planning program | $50 |
| The William Paterson University of New Jersey Foun | Recent Business Alumni Council Scholarship fund | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Tom Orecchio
- Robert Siefert
- Mark Willoughby
Questions people ask
Does Modera Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Modera Charitable Foundation give?
$56,505 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $150.
Who runs Modera Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Tom Orecchio (Dir, Pres), Robert Siefert (Sec, VP) and Mark Willoughby (Assistant Sec, VP, Dir).
What does Modera Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and health.