Tony J Difebbo and Jean H Difebbo Educational Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tony J Difebbo and Jean H Difebbo Educational Foundation is a private foundation in Sparta, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $85,506 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$85,506
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $111,207 the year before.
100% 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 | $94,985 | 17 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $111,207 | 22 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $85,506 | 21 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Tony J Difebbo and Jean H Difebbo Educational 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Tony J Difebbo and Jean H Difebbo Educational Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $54,506 |
| Vermont | 3 | $12,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $4,500 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $4,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| NCCC Ti | Bridge program | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Vanderbilt Univh Sutphen | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| University of Buffalo I Porter | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Dartmouth Universitya Cook | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Brandeis Univ Q Long | Scholarships | $4,500 |
| Clemson Univa Mydlarz | Scholarship | $4,500 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $4,500 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| Vermont Univ Castletona Whitford | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| University of Albanye Hilder | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $413 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $413 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Karl L Johnston
- Patricia Johnston
- Melissa Young
- Evan Young
Questions people ask
Does Tony J Difebbo and Jean H Difebbo Educational Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tony J Difebbo and Jean H Difebbo Educational Foundation give?
$85,506 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Tony J Difebbo and Jean H Difebbo Educational Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Karl L Johnston (President/Tr), Patricia Johnston (Vp-Secretary), Melissa Young (Trustee) and Evan Young (Trustee).
What does Tony J Difebbo and Jean H Difebbo Educational Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.