Francesca Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Francesca Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Gibsonia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $27,550 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $5,500. 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$27,550
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$5,500
- Assets$602,294
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was down from $28,550 the year before.
9% 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 | $28,550 | 22 | $571,008 |
| 2024 | $27,550 | 22 | $602,294 |
How to apply
Francesca 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 Francesca Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 16 | $14,300 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,500 |
| Delaware | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $1,250 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian University | Tuition for k. Iragi | $5,500 |
| University of Delaware | Tuition for a. Craig | $5,000 |
| Food Helpers of Washington County | Community services | $2,000 |
| Westmoreland Food Bank | Food bank | $2,000 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Tuition for j. Rivett | $1,500 |
| Allegheny College | Scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank | Food bank | $1,000 |
| The Childrens Institute of Pittsburgh | Education | $1,000 |
| The Little Sisters of the Poor | Community services | $1,000 |
| Priests of the Scared Heart | Community services | $1,000 |
| Bethlehem Haven | Community services | $750 |
| Brothers Brother Foundation | Disaster relief | $750 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Medical disaster relief | $750 |
| St Joseph House of Hospitality | Community services | $750 |
| Upmc Childrens Hospital Foundation | Medical | $500 |
| Pittsburgh Mercy Development | Community health and wellness | $500 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul Council of Pittsburgh | Community services | $500 |
| Verland Foundation | Community services | $500 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope of Pittsburgh | Community services | $500 |
| Lutheran World Relief | Community services | $500 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Education | $500 |
| Kdka Turkey Fund | Food bank | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Maria Massucci
- Arnold Colecchia
- James Massucci
Questions people ask
Does Francesca Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Francesca Charitable Foundation give?
$27,550 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Francesca Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Maria Massucci (Trustee), Arnold Colecchia (Trustee) and James Massucci (Trustee).
What does Francesca Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and food and hunger.