Schiano Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Schiano Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Piscataway, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $67,871 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $25,000. 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$67,871
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$24,640
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2025 was down from $448,450 the year before.
77% 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 | $334,800 | 14 | $428,947 |
| 2024 | $448,450 | 14 | $57,571 |
| 2025 | $67,871 | 14 | $24,640 |
How to apply
Schiano Family Foundation Inc 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 Schiano Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 8 | $65,521 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $250 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Make A Wish Foundation | Support of programs benefiting children with critical illnesses | $25,000 |
| Princeton Area Community Foundation | Support of community development and charitable grantmaking programs | $10,000 |
| Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation | Support of spinal cord injury research | $10,000 |
| CHOP4CHANGE | Support of student-led charitable and community service initiatives | $7,500 |
| Embrace Kids Foundation | Support of pediatric patient assistance and family support programs | $5,000 |
| Shaun Ohara Foundation Inc | Assist with educating about life threating disesases that have limited funding | $5,000 |
| New Brunswick Pba | To support the new brunswick police department | $2,500 |
| Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy | To support muscular dystrophy research and treatment | $1,000 |
| Maria Meows | Support of animal rescue and welfare programs | $521 |
| Malchut Impact Collective | To support religious ministry through business mentorship | $500 |
| Helen O Krause Animal Foundation Inc | To support animal shelter | $250 |
| Individual | To provide assistance to individuals who are battling cancer | $250 |
| American Cancer Society | Support of cancer research, patient services, and community health programs | $250 |
| American Diabetes Association | To support treatment of all types of diabetes and related conditions | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory E Schiano
- Christina M Schiano
- Lauren S Lauderdale
Questions people ask
Does Schiano Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schiano Family Foundation Inc give?
$67,871 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Schiano Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gregory E Schiano (President), Christina M Schiano (Secretary) and Lauren S Lauderdale (Trustee).
What does Schiano Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, community development and education.