G Fred & Sylvia Dibona Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
G Fred & Sylvia Dibona Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.7 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $9,250 and the largest $752,328. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$9,250
- Largest grant$752,328
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $345,016 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 | $370,704 | 21 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $345,016 | 21 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.7 million | 16 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
G Fred & Sylvia Dibona 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.
What G Fred & Sylvia Dibona Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 15 | $1.6 million |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Daf Giving 360LOBLEY Charitable Fund | Charitable contribution | $752,328 |
| Daf Giving 360THE Dibona Family Fund | Charitable contribution | $752,328 |
| Saint Coleman Church | General operating support | $30,000 |
| Waldron Mercy Academy | Generation operating support | $25,000 |
| Fred's Footsteps | General operating support | $24,100 |
| CB Community School | General operating support | $21,500 |
| Magee Rehab Hospital | General operating support | $10,000 |
| The Franklin Institute | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Vetri Community Partnership | General operating support | $8,500 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Malvern Preparatory School | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Support Center for Child Advocates | General operating support | $3,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Gift of Life Howie's House | General operating support | $500 |
| Saint John Vianney Parish | General operating support | $500 |
| Sisters of Mercy of the Americas | General operating support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Sylvia M Dibona
- G Fred Dibona III
- Christine D Lobley
Questions people ask
Does G Fred & Sylvia Dibona Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does G Fred & Sylvia Dibona Family Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $9,250.
Who runs G Fred & Sylvia Dibona Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sylvia M Dibona (President), G Fred Dibona III (Treasurer) and Christine D Lobley (Secretary).
What does G Fred & Sylvia Dibona Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.