Duda Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Duda Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rochester, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $165,205 in 20 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$165,205
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was down from $224,225 the year before.
30% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $247,110 | 16 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $224,225 | 18 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $165,205 | 20 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
Duda 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 Duda Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 18 | $164,105 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Center of Rochester | Support for cultural community programs | $30,000 |
| United Way of Greater Rochester Inc | Support community programming and local non-profit organizations | $30,000 |
| Rochester Institute of Technology | Support education | $20,000 |
| Strong Museum | Support museum operations and educational programming | $17,179 |
| Al Sigl Foundation Inc | Support organizations that serve children with special needs | $15,970 |
| Family Promise of Greater Rochester | Support temporary shelter and services for homeless. | $12,000 |
| Rochester Prep Charter Schools - Uncommon Schools | Support educational programming. | $10,000 |
| Blackfriars Theatre | Support performing arts | $8,204 |
| Syracuse University | Support education | $6,800 |
| McQuaid Jesuit High School | Support educational programs | $5,000 |
| Rochester Broadway Theatre League | Support performing arts programming | $2,500 |
| St Joseph's Neighborhood Center | Support medical care services for individuals | $2,500 |
| St Peter's Kitchen | Support community food programs | $2,000 |
| Electronic Frontier Foundation | Promote internet civil liberties | $1,000 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | Support for families and children with down syndrome | $1,000 |
| Downtown Rocs | Support community and economic development programs. | $500 |
| St Joseph's House of Hospitality | Support community programming and basic needs for individuals | $250 |
| Rochester School of the Holy Childhood Inc | Support special education programs. | $102 |
| Alzheimers Foundation | Support alzheimer's research. | $100 |
| St Boniface | Support religious programming. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Emil D Duda
- Mary Jane Duda
- Joseph Duda
- Janelle Duda
- Kayleigh Usachev
Questions people ask
Does Duda Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Duda Family Foundation give?
$165,205 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Duda Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Emil D Duda (Treasurer), Mary Jane Duda (President), Joseph Duda (Director) and Janelle Duda (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Duda Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and community development.