Paul J Varello Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Paul J Varello Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $8,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $5,000. 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$8,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1,284
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $10,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $5,000 |
| 2023 | $11,500 | 4 | $5,447 |
| 2024 | $10,000 | 2 | $11,132 |
| 2025 | $8,000 | 5 | $1,284 |
How to apply
Paul J Varello 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Villanova University | General support | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General support | $500 |
| Star of Hope Mission | General support | $250 |
| The Salvation Army | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul J Varello
- Janet Varello
- Jeffery Early
- Nicholas Eusepi
Questions people ask
Does Paul J Varello Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paul J Varello Foundation give?
$8,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Paul J Varello Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul J Varello (Director, President), Janet Varello (Director, Secretary), Jeffery Early (Director, Vice President) and Nicholas Eusepi (Director, Treasurer).