Debenedictis Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Debenedictis Family Foundation is a private foundation in Havertown, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $99,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$99,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $119,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $94,500 | 6 | $889,332 |
| 2024 | $119,000 | 10 | $867,677 |
| 2025 | $99,500 | 8 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Debenedictis 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $97,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Drexel University | General support | $30,000 |
| Saint Denis Church | General support | $25,000 |
| United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern NJ | General support | $25,000 |
| Infinite Abilities Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| The Foundation for Delaware County | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Freds Footsteps | General support | $5,000 |
| The International Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Compassion United Havertown | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nicholas DeBenedictis
- Eileen DeBenedictis
- N Bret DeBenedictis
- Dana McGilvery
Questions people ask
Does Debenedictis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Debenedictis Family Foundation give?
$99,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Debenedictis Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nicholas DeBenedictis (President), Eileen DeBenedictis (Vice President), N Bret DeBenedictis (Secretary) and Dana McGilvery (Treasurer).