The Alfano Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Alfano Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Allendale, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $420,600 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $202,000. 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$420,600
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$202,000
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $485,300 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $404,550 | 14 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $485,300 | 12 | $8.2 million |
| 2025 | $420,600 | 10 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
The Alfano Family 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 The Alfano Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 6 | $330,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 2 | $31,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $8,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Hospital | Medical assistance | $202,000 |
| St Louis Children's Hospital Associ | Assistance to children and medical research | $50,000 |
| Ehmc | Medical | $50,000 |
| Valley Chabad Center for Jewish Lif | Support cultural activity | $50,000 |
| Individual | To provide, with dignity, hot meals to those in need in an effort to end food insecurity in our communities | $25,000 |
| Columbia University | Scientific research/education | $20,000 |
| Hopes and Heroes Children's Cancer | Assistance to children with cancer and cancer research | $11,500 |
| Children's Cancer Fund | Pediatric cancer research | $8,600 |
| Individual | Support patients and families impacted by multiple system atrophy. | $2,500 |
| Mahwah Pba Local 143 | Provide scholarships, financial assistance to families of fallen or critically ill officers | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Alfano
- Kim McPartland
- Lisa Harasymiak
Questions people ask
Does The Alfano Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Alfano Family Charitable Foundation give?
$420,600 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Alfano Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Alfano (Trustee), Kim McPartland (Trustee) and Lisa Harasymiak (Trustee).
What does The Alfano Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and youth programs.