Vincent J and Dorothy E Ciarlante Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vincent J and Dorothy E Ciarlante Foundation is a private foundation in Leesburg, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $24,000. 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$120,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$24,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,000 the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,000 | 8 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 10 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $120,000 | 15 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Vincent J and Dorothy E Ciarlante 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 Vincent J and Dorothy E Ciarlante Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 8 | $75,500 |
| New York | 3 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Loudoun Abused Womens Shelter | Support as needed | $24,000 |
| Limestone Animal Rescue & Adoption | Support as needed | $15,000 |
| Leesburg Volunteer Fire Company | Support as needed | $12,500 |
| Loudoun County Veterans Eng Board | Support as needed | $10,000 |
| NPR | Support as needed | $10,000 |
| Mosaic Virginia | Support as needed | $9,000 |
| Glasco Fire Company | Support as needed | $5,000 |
| Cornerstone Chapel | Support as needed | $5,000 |
| Hearts for the Lord | Support as needed | $5,000 |
| Liberty University | Support as needed | $5,000 |
| Cambridge in America | Support as needed | $5,000 |
| PBS | Support as needed | $5,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Support as needed | $5,000 |
| Eat Well Exchange Inc | Support as needed | $3,500 |
| Bell Ringer (Georgetown) | Support as needed | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vincent J Ciarlante
- Dorothy E Ciarlante
Questions people ask
Does Vincent J and Dorothy E Ciarlante Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vincent J and Dorothy E Ciarlante Foundation give?
$120,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Vincent J and Dorothy E Ciarlante Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Vincent J Ciarlante (Trustee) and Dorothy E Ciarlante (Trustee).
What does Vincent J and Dorothy E Ciarlante Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and arts and culture.