Tedesco Family Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tedesco Family Private Foundation is a private foundation in Hoboken, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $299,146 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $150,000. 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$299,146
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,282 the year before.
33% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $280,356 | 16 | $4.6 million |
| 2023 | $118,500 | 9 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $90,282 | 12 | $4.7 million |
| 2025 | $299,146 | 10 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
Tedesco Family Private 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 Tedesco Family Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 3 | $162,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $60,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 4 | $26,646 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship program | $150,000 |
| Special Olympics Florida | General fund | $50,000 |
| Georgetown University | Scholarship program | $30,000 |
| Georgetown University | Scholarship program | $30,000 |
| Fordham University | Tuition assistance | $15,000 |
| Hoboken Public Education Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Niagra University | Tuition assistance | $7,469 |
| Niagra University | Tuition assistance | $3,406 |
| Joan Dancy & Pals (People Wals Foundation | General fund | $2,500 |
| Individual | Tuition assistance | $771 |
Officers and trustees
- Francis Tedesco
- Mark Tedesco
- Joseph F Ferrara
- Thomas Santucci
- Harris Kantor
Questions people ask
Does Tedesco Family Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tedesco Family Private Foundation give?
$299,146 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Tedesco Family Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Francis Tedesco (Trustee), Mark Tedesco (Trustee), Joseph F Ferrara (Trustee) and Thomas Santucci (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Tedesco Family Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.