Damselfly Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Damselfly Family Foundation is a private foundation in Eggertsville, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $85,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$85,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$900,584
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
75% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $50,000 | 1 | $958,280 |
| 2025 | $85,000 | 4 | $900,584 |
How to apply
Damselfly 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 2 | $55,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Coalition to Cure CHD2 | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Buffalo & Erie County Public Librar | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Wellvineyard Child Care Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Albert Schlisserman
- Helen Marie Findlay
- Rebecca Schlisserman
Questions people ask
Does Damselfly Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Damselfly Family Foundation give?
$85,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Damselfly Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Albert Schlisserman (Secretary), Helen Marie Findlay (President) and Rebecca Schlisserman (Treasurer).