The Vespa Family Foundationinc
Preselected recipients only
The Vespa Family Foundationinc is a private foundation in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $43,687 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $36,574. 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$43,687
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$36,574
- Assets$349,468
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2024 was down from $55,505 the year before.
69% of its 2024 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 | $55,505 | 9 | $439,865 |
| 2024 | $43,687 | 13 | $349,468 |
How to apply
The Vespa Family Foundationinc 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 Vespa Family Foundationinc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $38,274 |
| New Jersey | 6 | $2,315 |
| California | 1 | $1,892 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $206 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York Law School | To fund normal operations | $36,574 |
| California Institute for Human Science | To fund normal operations | $1,892 |
| The Valley Hospital | To fund normal operations | $1,000 |
| MSK Giving ( Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center) | To fund normal operations | $1,000 |
| Steve's Wish Climb | To fund normal operations | $1,000 |
| Latino Mental Health Association of NJ | To fund normal operations | $600 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | To fund normal operations | $500 |
| Ramapo Bergen Animal Refuge Inc | To fund normal operations | $265 |
| Network for Good | To fund normal operations | $206 |
| Franklin Lakes Volunteer Ambulance Corp | To fund normal operations | $200 |
| Caring for Colombia | To fund normal operations | $200 |
| Franklin Lakes Fire Dept | To fund normal operations | $150 |
| The 200 Club of Bergen | To fund normal operations | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony J Vespa
- Melanie A Vespa
- Allison Vespa
- Amy Vespa
- Anthony C Vespa
- Alyssa Seminaro
- Michael Seminaro
- Kimberly Seminerio
Questions people ask
Does The Vespa Family Foundationinc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vespa Family Foundationinc give?
$43,687 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Vespa Family Foundationinc?
Its 2024 filing lists Anthony J Vespa (President & Treasurer), Melanie A Vespa (Secretary), Allison Vespa (Vice President) and Amy Vespa (Vice President) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Vespa Family Foundationinc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and community development.