The Dealessandro Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dealessandro Foundation is a private foundation in Freehold, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $148,500 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$148,500
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$8.8 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $146,000 the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $146,000 | 24 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $148,500 | 32 | $8.8 million |
How to apply
The Dealessandro 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 Dealessandro Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 11 | $46,500 |
| New York | 7 | $35,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $15,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $10,500 |
| Iowa | 2 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $7,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The New School | General support grant | $10,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hosp | General support grant | $7,500 |
| Individual | Indigent grant | $5,500 |
| American Red Cross | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Monmouth University | General support grant | $5,000 |
| North American Volunteers | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Oak Hill Academy | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General support grant | $5,000 |
| St Joan of Arc Catholic Church | General support grant | $5,000 |
| The Parish Community of St Helen | General support grant | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Saint John Vianney High School | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Life Choices Resource Center | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Joan Angela D'alessandro Mem Fndtn | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Lumen Christi Scholarship Appeal | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Individual | Indigent grant | $5,000 |
| Holy Cross Health | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Wounder Warrior Project | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Jersey Shore Univ Med Ctr Found Suite C-4 | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers | General support grant | $5,000 |
| The New York Firefighters Burn Ctr | General support grant | $2,500 |
| The New York Foundling | General support grant | $2,500 |
| Individual | Indigent grant | $2,500 |
| Clark Scholarship Fund | General support grant | $2,000 |
| Alzheimer's New Jersey | General support grant | $2,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | General support grant | $2,000 |
| The Jed Foundation | General support grant | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank J Dealessandro
- Barbara M Dealessandro
- Joseph P Dealessandro
- Joan F Orlick
Questions people ask
Does The Dealessandro Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dealessandro Foundation give?
$148,500 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Dealessandro Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Frank J Dealessandro (Chairman), Barbara M Dealessandro (Trustee), Joseph P Dealessandro (Trustee) and Joan F Orlick (Trustee).
What does The Dealessandro Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.