The Karpus Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Karpus Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pittsford, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $812,000 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $15,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$812,000
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$15,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$25.8 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was down from $935,000 the year before.
36% 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 | $889,100 | 36 | $20.1 million |
| 2024 | $935,000 | 44 | $21.2 million |
| 2025 | $812,000 | 36 | $25.8 million |
How to apply
The Karpus Family 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 The Karpus Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 15 | $311,500 |
| Virginia | 6 | $120,000 |
| Florida | 7 | $115,500 |
| Ohio | 2 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $40,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Edwins Leaderships & Restaurant Institute | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Family Promise of Ontario County | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Friendship Circle of Cleveland Oh | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Semper Fi Fund | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Compass Care Pregnancy Services | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Humane Society of Rochester | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Leadership Institute | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Live Action | General purpose | $35,000 |
| The Potters Hands Foundation | General purpose | $35,000 |
| Stay in Step | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Better Together | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Daily Caller News Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Disability Empowher Network Inc | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Sunlight of Collier County | General purpose | $20,000 |
| The Margaret Home | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Angels of Mercy | General purpose | $16,000 |
| Harbor House of Rochester | General purpose | $16,000 |
| Bella's Bumbas | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Home Start Hope | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Institute for Caring | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Morgan's Message | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Moms for Liberty Foundation | General purpose | $12,500 |
| Focus Pregnancy Help Center | General purpose | $12,000 |
| Bill of Rights Institution | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Cancer Alliance of Naples | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Crime Stoppers | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Girl's on the Run | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Media Research Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Pluta Cancer Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Selfless Love Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Students for Life of America | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Uhi Community Care | General purpose | $8,000 |
| Sunny Mike Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Webster Association of Senior Program Supporters | General purpose | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- George W Karpus
- Kathleen P Karpus
- Anthony Mirrione
- Rodd Riesenberger
- Paul Lipari
- Joan Riesenberger
- Gerard Wenzke
- Deborah Haehl
- Donald Haehl
Questions people ask
Does The Karpus Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Karpus Family Foundation Inc give?
$812,000 in tax year 2025, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $15,500.
Who runs The Karpus Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists George W Karpus (President, Director), Kathleen P Karpus (Vice President, Secretary), Anthony Mirrione (Director) and Rodd Riesenberger (Treasurer) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Karpus Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and health.