The Lipari Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lipari Family Foundation is a private foundation in Clifton, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $48,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $6,000. 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$48,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $62,100 the year before.
25% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $60,800 | 27 | $923,906 |
| 2024 | $62,100 | 26 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $48,000 | 24 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Lipari 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 Lipari Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 20 | $38,500 |
| Delaware | 1 | $2,500 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Vincent Martyr | General | $6,000 |
| St Philip the Apostle Church | General | $5,700 |
| Intervale Foundation | General | $3,000 |
| Assumption College for Sisters | General | $2,500 |
| National Forest Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| St Francis of Assisi | General | $2,500 |
| St Thomas the Apostle Church | General | $2,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | General | $2,000 |
| Market Street Mission | General | $2,000 |
| Valley Chabad | Generalgeneral | $1,800 |
| Community Food Bank of NJ | General | $1,500 |
| Nazareth Village | General | $1,500 |
| Lake Owassapaulinskill Conservation | General | $1,500 |
| St Thomas More Church | General | $1,500 |
| Employment Horizons | General | $1,000 |
| Good Counsel Inc | General | $1,000 |
| Verona Fire Dept Ba | General | $1,000 |
| Matheny Medical & Educational Ctr | General | $1,000 |
| Notre Dame of Mt Carmel Church | General | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics NJ | Generalgeneral general | $1,000 |
| St Andrew the Apostle Church | General | $1,000 |
| St Marys Catholic Church | General | $1,000 |
| New Beginnings for Tomorrow | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George J Lipari
- John A Lipari
- Anne D Lipari
Questions people ask
Does The Lipari Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lipari Family Foundation give?
$48,000 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Lipari Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists George J Lipari (Secretary), John A Lipari (Treasurer) and Anne D Lipari (President).
What does The Lipari Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and education.