John C Dunphy Private Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
John C Dunphy Private Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.9 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $3.2 million. 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$3.9 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$3.2 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2025 was up from $470,300 the year before.
79% 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 | $140,000 | 8 | $10.2 million |
| 2024 | $470,300 | 18 | $0 |
| 2025 | $3.9 million | 19 | $0 |
How to apply
John C Dunphy Private Foundation Inc 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 John C Dunphy Private Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 19 | $3.9 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charitable Remainder Trust | CRT - board approved July 2025 | $3.2 million |
| Islip United Methodist Church | Religious | $200,235 |
| Friends of Connetquot Inc | Cultural | $100,000 |
| Chabad of Islip Township Inc Inc | Board-approved May 2025 | $100,000 |
| Stony Brook Foundation Inc | Scientific | $50,000 |
| Michael R McNulty Center for Veteran EA | Grant - board approved July 2025 | $50,000 |
| Creative Ministries Inc | Grant | $50,000 |
| Warrior Ranch Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation | 4-year grant ($25k/yr, 2022-2025) | $25,000 |
| Promise of Hope Foundation Inc | Grant | $25,000 |
| Troy Savings Bank Music Hall | Donation | $25,000 |
| Little Shelter Animal Rescue | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Tourette Association of America | Scientific | $10,000 |
| League of YES Inc | Donation - Aug 2025 | $10,000 |
| Fit For Life Inc | Donation | $10,000 |
| Middle Country Public Library | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Atelier at Flowerfield Inc | Educational | $5,000 |
| Friends of Albany Rural Cemetery | Donation | $5,000 |
| Emmanuel Episcopal Church | Donation - Aug 2025 | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank Grasso
- Christene Petracca
- Nancy Ruppert
- Henry Fiorillo
- Karlyn Grasso
- Jerry Ruppert
Questions people ask
Does John C Dunphy Private Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John C Dunphy Private Foundation Inc give?
$3.9 million in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs John C Dunphy Private Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank Grasso (Director), Christene Petracca (Director), Nancy Ruppert (Director) and Henry Fiorillo (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does John C Dunphy Private Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and science and research.