Viola Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Viola Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $18.4 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $10.0 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$18.4 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$10.0 million
- Assets$352,629
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $15.9 million the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $15.9 million | 35 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $18.4 million | 28 | $352,629 |
How to apply
Viola 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.
What Viola Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $10.0 million |
| New York | 16 | $7.2 million |
| Indiana | 1 | $500,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $250,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $150,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $110,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $30,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | Unrestricted | $10.0 million |
| West Point Association of Graduates | Unrestricted | $6.7 million |
| Jack Sandner Ace Memorial Fund | Unresticted | $500,000 |
| National Medal of Honor Museum Fdn | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Focus (Fellowship of Catholic University Student) | Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Foundation for City College | Unrestricted | $130,000 |
| Grayson Jockey Club Research Foundation | Unrestricted | $116,523 |
| Gold Star Teen Adventures | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Middle East Institute | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Eden II School for Autistic Children | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Dr Richard Barnett Foundation | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| National Italian American Sports Hall | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| US Sports Camps Inc | Unrestricted | $25,460 |
| Be the Best Sport | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Council for Economic Education | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| De la Salle Academy | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Philadelphia Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Center for Discovery Inc | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Figli Di San Gennaro Inc | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Emergency Children's Help Organization | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Jana Domino Thoroughbred Foundation | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Johnny Mac Soldiers Fund Inc | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Casa Belvedere the Italian Cultural Fnd | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Institute for the Study of War | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Italian American St Joseph Society (La) | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Italian Welfare League | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Uinico National | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vincent Viola
- Teresa Viola
- John Viola
- Michael Viola
- Travis Viola
Questions people ask
Does Viola Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Viola Foundation Inc give?
$18.4 million in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Viola Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Vincent Viola (Trustee), Teresa Viola (Trustee), John Viola (Trustee) and Michael Viola (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Viola Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.