Dibenedetto Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dibenedetto Family Foundation is a private foundation in Melville, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $79,800 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $30,000. 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$79,800
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,450 the year before.
6% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,500 | 24 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $55,450 | 18 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $79,800 | 16 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Dibenedetto 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 Dibenedetto Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 8 | $24,500 |
| Florida | 6 | $17,800 |
| Washington | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Jude House | Cancer for children reserch | $30,000 |
| Holy Family Hospital | Pc | $7,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Pc | $6,500 |
| St Francis of Assisi | Pc | $6,500 |
| Catholic Faith Appeal | Pc | $6,000 |
| Catholic Ministries | Pc | $6,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Pc | $5,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | Pc | $5,000 |
| St Pius Enriched Living | Pc | $2,500 |
| American Cancer | Pc | $2,000 |
| Saint Matthew House | Pc | $1,500 |
| Cancecare | Pc | $500 |
| Saint Williams RC | Pc | $250 |
| Melville Fire Dept | Pc | $250 |
| Saint Elizabeth of Hungary | Pc | $250 |
| Florida Sherriffs | 50 | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Claudia Di Benedetto
- Russ Di Benedetto
- Russell Di Benedetto
Questions people ask
Does Dibenedetto Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dibenedetto Family Foundation give?
$79,800 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Dibenedetto Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Claudia Di Benedetto (President Director), Russ Di Benedetto (Treasurer Director) and Russell Di Benedetto (V P Director).
What does Dibenedetto Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and faith communities.