The E J Scharpf Foundation
The E J Scharpf Foundation is a private foundation in Old Bridge, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $440,250 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $160,000. Its filing does not say whether it accepts applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$440,250
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$160,000
- Assets$17.4 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $580,000 the year before.
43% 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 | $571,000 | 15 | $15.3 million |
| 2024 | $580,000 | 11 | $13.2 million |
| 2025 | $440,250 | 15 | $17.4 million |
How to apply
The filing gives no application details. Contact the foundation before you apply.
What The E J Scharpf Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $160,000 |
| New York | 3 | $70,000 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $62,750 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $37,500 |
| Kansas | 2 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | General purpose support | $160,000 |
| Lasalle Academy | General purpose support | $50,000 |
| Rutgers University | General purpose support | $25,000 |
| The Haverford School | General purpose support | $22,500 |
| Collins Youth Services | General purpose support | $17,750 |
| Covenant House | General purpose support | $15,000 |
| Dorothy Day Outreach Center | General purpose support | $15,000 |
| Individual | General purpose support | $15,000 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America | General purpose support | $15,000 |
| Guiding Eye for the Blind | General purpose support | $15,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | General purpose support | $10,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Hospital | General purpose support | $10,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | General purpose support | $10,000 |
| Ridgewood Presbyterian Church | General purpose support | $5,000 |
| Nativity of Our Lord Church | General purpose support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marguerite Disepio
- Peggy Dembowski
- Eric Scharpf
Questions people ask
Does The E J Scharpf Foundation accept grant applications?
Its filing does not say. Contact the foundation before applying.
How much does The E J Scharpf Foundation give?
$440,250 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The E J Scharpf Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marguerite Disepio (President), Peggy Dembowski (Secretary) and Eric Scharpf (Treasurer).
What does The E J Scharpf Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.