Richard A Zappala Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard A Zappala Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $331,000 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $67,000. 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$331,000
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$67,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was down from $365,000 the year before.
7% of its 2025 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 | $229,500 | 35 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $365,000 | 34 | $7.2 million |
| 2025 | $331,000 | 31 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
Richard A Zappala 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 Richard A Zappala Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 13 | $199,000 |
| Florida | 14 | $86,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $40,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Botanic Garden | Unrestricted: $16,000. Restricted: $50,000 for executive director transition fund | $67,000 |
| La Roche University | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Christ Church Capitol Hill | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Addiction Recovery Ministry Co Stfrancis of Assisi | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| AMD3 Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Project Lift | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| United Way of Martin County | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Martin Health | Unrestricted | $11,500 |
| Florida Oceanographic Society | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers & Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Martin County | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Christ the King Parish | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| DC Family Youth Initiatives | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| House of Hope | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Kane Centercouncil on Aging of Martin County | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| St Andrews Catholic Church | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Neighborhood Academy | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Tykes & Teens | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Pittsburgh Cultural Trust | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Diocese of Palm Beach | Restricted: lumin christi schools. | $2,500 |
| Hibiscus Childrens Center | Unrestricted: $1,000. Restricted: $1,500 mum ball. | $2,500 |
| Pittsburgh Tomorrow | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| St Margaret's Foundation | Restricted: patient crisis care endowment | $2,500 |
| The Lyric Theatre | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Restricted: amlyoidosis support group. | $2,000 |
| Volunteers in Medicine Clinic | Unrestricted. | $1,000 |
| Cancer Research Institute | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Fox Families Care | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Mentoring Partnership of Southwestern Pa | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Sailfish Point Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard A Zappala
- Nancy B Zappala
- Lori Z Hardiman
- Jordan J Zappala
- Kate H Rhodes
Questions people ask
Does Richard A Zappala Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard A Zappala Family Foundation give?
$331,000 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Richard A Zappala Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard A Zappala (Trustee), Nancy B Zappala (Trustee), Lori Z Hardiman (Managing Director) and Jordan J Zappala (Charitable Liaison) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Richard A Zappala Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and education.