Desouza Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Desouza Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,150 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $25,000. 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$40,150
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $31,800 the year before.
21% 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 | $43,000 | 21 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $31,800 | 17 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $40,150 | 19 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Desouza Family Charitable 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 Desouza Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 10 | $31,750 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $3,300 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 3 | $850 |
| Delaware | 1 | $750 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Temple University Owl Club | Charitable | $25,000 |
| New England Magic Collectors Association | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Enchantment Theater Company | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Society of American Magicians Endowment Fund | Charitable | $2,500 |
| University of Pittsburgh School of Business | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Friends Central School | Charitable | $750 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable | $750 |
| Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey | Charitable | $500 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| The Houdini Museum | Charitable | $500 |
| American Diabetes Association | Charitable | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $500 |
| Penn State College of Education | Charitable | $500 |
| Ttees Univ Pa Abramson | Charitable | $500 |
| Yiddish Book Center | Charitable | $300 |
| Main Line Animal Rescue | Charitable | $250 |
| Hias Pennsylvania | Charitable | $250 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Charitable | $250 |
| The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Marc P Desouza
- Willa Desouza
Questions people ask
Does Desouza Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Desouza Family Charitable Foundation give?
$40,150 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Desouza Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marc P Desouza (President) and Willa Desouza (Secretary).
What does Desouza Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.