The Serio Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Serio Foundation is a private foundation in Quogue, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $3,040 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $1,000. 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$3,040
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$53,998
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4,254 the year before.
10% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,254 | 18 | $55,806 |
| 2024 | $3,040 | 10 | $53,998 |
How to apply
The Serio 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 Serio Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 3 | $920 |
| Texas | 2 | $300 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $270 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $200 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General charitable purpose | $720 |
| Boys Town | General charitable purpose | $270 |
| National Foundation for Cancer Research | General charitable purpose | $250 |
| America Needs Fatima | General charitable purpose | $200 |
| Mercy Ships | General charitable purpose | $200 |
| American Heart Association | General charitable purpose | $100 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General charitable purpose | $100 |
| Northwell Hospital | General charitable purpose | $100 |
| Operation Smile | General charitable purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Dominic Serio
Questions people ask
Does The Serio Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Serio Foundation give?
$3,040 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs The Serio Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dominic Serio (Trustee).
What does The Serio Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and science and research.