The Curaterra Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Curaterra Foundation is a private foundation in Wayne, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $406,616 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $102,500. 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$406,616
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$102,500
- Assets$9.0 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $404,930 the year before.
55% 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 | $404,930 | 6 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $406,616 | 11 | $9.0 million |
How to apply
The Curaterra 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 The Curaterra Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $299,120 |
| Virginia | 1 | $102,500 |
| New York | 1 | $4,996 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ashoka | To support ashoka fellows | $102,500 |
| Asylum Pride House | To support case management services | $69,120 |
| Big Picture Philadelphia | To support charitable recruitment and community engagement - el centro school | $60,000 |
| Immaculata University | To support alice leisch guarino scholarship fund | $50,000 |
| Rodale Institute | To support organic compliance specialist training program | $50,000 |
| Phillysafe | To support area 32 expansion - 10 blocks | $25,000 |
| Broad Street Ministry | To support de-escalation training | $20,000 |
| Lutheran Social Mission Society DBA Lutheran Settlement House | To support alice's hopeline fund | $10,000 |
| Prevention Point Philadelphia Incorporated | To support operations | $10,000 |
| Pathways to Housing | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Donorschoose Org | To support classrooms in gilbert spruance elementary school and science leadership academy | $4,996 |
Officers and trustees
- Carl A Guarino
- Eric Guarino
- Gregory Epps
- Karen Epps
- Doris Leisch
- Juliana Guarino
- Christopher Guarino
- Anna Sunnergren
Questions people ask
Does The Curaterra Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Curaterra Foundation give?
$406,616 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Curaterra Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carl A Guarino (Chair), Eric Guarino (President), Gregory Epps (Vice President) and Karen Epps (Vice President) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Curaterra Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.