Riley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Riley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Melville, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $1.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.5 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$12.0 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was up from $732,300 the year before.
61% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $698,400 | 14 | $11.9 million |
| 2023 | $732,300 | 20 | $12.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 18 | $12.0 million |
How to apply
Riley 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 Riley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $1.4 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $15,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St John's University | See statement #13 | $1.0 million |
| Gillen Brewer School | See statement #13 | $135,800 |
| NYU Langone Medical Center | See statement #13 | $125,000 |
| Marymount School of New York | See statement #13 | $80,500 |
| Bela School | See statement #13 | $50,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | See statement #13 | $25,000 |
| Interfaith Nutrition Network | See statement #13 | $10,000 |
| Villanova University | See statement #13 | $10,000 |
| Adelphi University | See statement #13 | $8,000 |
| Church of St Ignatius Loyola | See statement #13 | $5,000 |
| Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation | See statement #13 | $5,000 |
| Sisters of Saint Joseph | See statement #13 | $5,000 |
| St John's Bread of Life Program | See statement #13 | $5,000 |
| International Tennis Hall of Fame | See statement #13 | $2,000 |
| Delivering Good | See statement #13 | $1,000 |
| Pediatric Neurology Maria Fareri | See statement #13 | $1,000 |
| Hope for the Warriors | See statement #13 | $500 |
| Rare Village Foundation | See statement #13 | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James P Riley Jr
- Ellen C Riley
- Brigid A Hutchinson
- Shannon C Riley
- Kerrylynn Riley
- Courtney Malfitano
Questions people ask
Does Riley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Riley Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs Riley Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James P Riley Jr (President), Ellen C Riley (Treasurer & Secretary), Brigid A Hutchinson (Vice President) and Shannon C Riley (Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Riley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.