Salvaggio Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Salvaggio Family Foundation is a private foundation in Allentown, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.3 million in 36 grants; the typical grant was $6,750 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$4.3 million
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$6,750
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$47.9 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.0 million the year before.
42% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.0 million | 37 | $37.4 million |
| 2024 | $4.3 million | 36 | $47.9 million |
How to apply
Salvaggio 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 Salvaggio Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 26 | $4.3 million |
| Florida | 3 | $13,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $7,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $150 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley | Charitable | $2.0 million |
| St Thomas More School | Charitable | $1.2 million |
| Da Vinci Science Center | Charitable | $423,500 |
| Diocese of Allentown | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Arts Quest | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Valley Youth House | Charitable | $68,600 |
| Easterseals Eastern Pennsylvania | Charitable | $45,000 |
| St Thomas More Parish | Charitable | $39,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Push the Rock | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Mercy School for Special Learning | Charitable | $24,589 |
| The Salvation Army - Allentown Corps | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Allentown Rescue Mission | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Bernadine Franciscan Sisters | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Convenant House | Charitable | $10,000 |
| American Heart Associaton | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Lehigh Valley Health Network | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church | Charitable | $6,000 |
| The Miracle League of the Lehigh Valley | Charitable | $5,450 |
| The Kindness Project | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Franklin Institute | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Cross Catholic Gutrodsd | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Danny's Ride | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Cathedral Basilica of Saint Peter and Paul | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Easton | Charitable | $1,550 |
| Judicial Watch | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Boys Town | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Focus | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens Hospital | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania Theatre of Performing Arts | Chartiable | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts | Charitable | $300 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Charitable | $150 |
| Companions of South Anthony | Charitable | $100 |
| Cetronia Ambulance Corps | Charitable | $85 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony J Salvaggio
- Thomas A Salvaggio
- Christy A Ghigiarelli
- Suzie A Spinosa
Questions people ask
Does Salvaggio Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Salvaggio Family Foundation give?
$4.3 million in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $6,750.
Who runs Salvaggio Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anthony J Salvaggio (Trustee), Thomas A Salvaggio (Trustee), Christy A Ghigiarelli (Trustee) and Suzie A Spinosa (Trustee).
What does Salvaggio Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and faith communities.