The Ciancia Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ciancia Family Foundation is a private foundation in Englewood, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $379,500 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $70,000. 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$379,500
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $274,575 the year before.
42% 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 | $295,010 | 21 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $274,575 | 26 | $7.3 million |
| 2025 | $379,500 | 33 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
The Ciancia 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 The Ciancia Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 23 | $275,000 |
| New York | 5 | $66,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $26,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hackensack Hospital | General use | $70,000 |
| Fordham University | General use | $31,000 |
| Elisabeth Morrow School | General use | $26,000 |
| Valley Hospital Foundation | General use | $25,000 |
| Holy Name Foundation | General use | $25,000 |
| Covenant House | General use | $20,000 |
| Chop Foundation | General use | $20,000 |
| Eh Foundation | General use | $20,000 |
| HMH Foundation | General use | $20,000 |
| Individual | General use | $15,000 |
| Holy Name Medical Center | General use | $10,000 |
| ST Jude Children Hospital | General use | $10,000 |
| Children's Aid Society | General use | $10,000 |
| Englewood Hospital | General use | $10,000 |
| St Joseph's School for the Blind | General use | $7,500 |
| Individual | General use | $7,500 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Center | General use | $7,500 |
| Bergen Community College | General use | $5,000 |
| Center for Food | General use | $5,000 |
| Eva's Village | General use | $5,000 |
| Community Food Bank of NJ | General use | $5,000 |
| Villanova University | General use | $3,500 |
| Blair Academy | General use | $2,500 |
| American Red Cross | General use | $2,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General use | $2,500 |
| Blood Center | General use | $2,500 |
| Npo Center for Food Englewood | General use | $2,500 |
| Shriners Hospital | General use | $2,500 |
| Academy of Holy Angels | General use | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General use | $2,000 |
| Leonia Public Library | General use | $1,000 |
| Sa Charity | General use | $1,000 |
| Manasquan Hook and Ladder | General use | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Yolanda Ciancia
- Peter Ciancia
- Paul Ciancia
- Christine Muir
Questions people ask
Does The Ciancia Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ciancia Family Foundation give?
$379,500 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Ciancia Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Yolanda Ciancia (Trustee), Peter Ciancia (Trustee), Paul Ciancia (Trustee) and Christine Muir (Trustee).
What does The Ciancia Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.