The Vanech Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Vanech Family Foundation is a private foundation in Parsippany, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $235,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$235,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$167,902
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was up from $156,000 the year before.
62% 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 | $211,000 | 9 | $522,417 |
| 2024 | $156,000 | 11 | $406,287 |
| 2025 | $235,000 | 14 | $167,902 |
How to apply
The Vanech 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 Vanech Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $125,000 |
| New Jersey | 7 | $85,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $15,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York Stage & Film Company | To support emerging and establishing artists in the development of new works for theatre and film. | $60,000 |
| Marist College | To excellence in education, a sense of community, and a commitment to service. | $50,000 |
| Escala Initiative Inc | To empower economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs and artisans by providing basic education and tools to build a future. | $25,000 |
| Friends of Jockey Hollow | Presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich, and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of northern new jersey | $25,000 |
| Church of the Archangels | To support the activities of the church of the archangels in stamford, ct. | $10,000 |
| Freedom House New Jersey | The organization provides housing, meals and counseling for adults who are recovering from alcohol and drug | $10,000 |
| Nantucket Boys & Girls Club | To empower the youth of nantucket to realie their full potential | $10,000 |
| Individual | To fund tuitions to preschools for low income families in morris and somerset county | $10,000 |
| Roundabout Theatre Company | To produce and present high-quality, truthful, and engaging theater that fosters understanding and encourages reflection on human experiences. | $10,000 |
| Columbia University | To excellence in education, a sense of community, and a commitment to service. | $5,000 |
| Cornerstone Family Programs | To help empower individuals and families to meet and overcome life's challenges by building better lives and providing programs for children, teens, adults, seniors, and veterans. | $5,000 |
| Kemmerer Library Harding Township | To provide quality reading and audio/visual material for adults and children of harding township. | $5,000 |
| PG Chambers School | To support the development and education of children with disabilities | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Sports & Therapeutic Accessible Recreations Inc | To provide specialized, therapeutic, accessible recreation, and adaptive sports to children with a wide range of challenges and disabilities. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dean N Vanech
- Denise Vanech
Questions people ask
Does The Vanech Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vanech Family Foundation give?
$235,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Vanech Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dean N Vanech (Trustee) and Denise Vanech (Trustee).
What does The Vanech Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.