The Galasso Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Galasso Foundation is a private foundation in Clarence, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $500,000 in 49 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $75,000. 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$500,000
- Number of grants49
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$9.3 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $261,750 the year before.
42% 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 | $334,000 | 35 | $8.7 million |
| 2024 | $261,750 | 39 | $8.9 million |
| 2025 | $500,000 | 49 | $9.3 million |
How to apply
The Galasso 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 The Galasso Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 44 | $496,750 |
| Iowa | 2 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary's High School | Contribution | $75,000 |
| Regional Food Bank of Northeastern | Contribution | $58,000 |
| Feedmore WNY Foundation | Contribution | $55,000 |
| Our Lady of Victory Basilica | Contribution | $50,000 |
| Buffalo City Mission | Contribution | $35,000 |
| Our Lady of Victory Charities | Contribution | $35,000 |
| CatholicCharitiesDelawareOstegoScho | Contribution | $30,500 |
| Individual | Contribution | $25,000 |
| House of Concern | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Family Promise of WNY | Contribution | $12,000 |
| Cobleskill Community Activities Fou | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Dominik Hasek Youth Hockey League | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Individual | Contribution | $10,000 |
| SPCA Serving Erie County | Contribution | $10,000 |
| St Mary's High School | Contribution | $6,750 |
| Canisius College | Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| Sisters of Saint Francis | Contribution | $4,000 |
| Epiphany Parish | Contribution | $3,500 |
| St John the Baptist School | Contribution | $3,500 |
| Middleburgh Library | Contribution | $2,500 |
| United Way of Seneca County | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Schoharie Free Library | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Seneca Falls Rotary Service Foundat | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Beam | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Focus Churches of Albany | Contribution | $2,500 |
| The Buffalo Hive | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Trinity Episcopal Church | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Pottawattamie County Conservation F | Contribution | $2,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Church | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Artpark Company | Contribution | $1,500 |
| Individual | Contribution | $1,500 |
| Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association | Contribution | $1,250 |
| Seneca County Children's Committee | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Irish Classical Theatre Company | Contribution | $1,000 |
| St Martha's Food Pantry | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Tri-Community Food Pantry | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Gloria J Parks Community Center | Contribution | $750 |
| Catholic Charities Phoenix House | Contribution | $500 |
| Armed Forces Week Committee | Contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Rev Mgr David G LiPuma
- James P Gonzalez
- August J Gillon
- J Michael Kelleher
- Emil J Galasso
Questions people ask
Does The Galasso Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Galasso Foundation give?
$500,000 in tax year 2025, across 49 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Galasso Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rev Mgr David G LiPuma (Trustee), James P Gonzalez (Trustee), August J Gillon (Trustee) and J Michael Kelleher (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Galasso Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and faith communities.