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Demattia Charitable Foundation is a private corporation based in FAIRFIELD, CT. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1999. The principal officer is John R Demattia. It holds total assets of $810K. Annual income is reported at $906K. Total assets have grown from $101K in 2011 to $630K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 1 officer or trustee. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Connecticut. According to available records, Demattia Charitable Foundation has made 26 grants totaling $698K, with a median grant of $13K. The foundation has distributed between $324K and $375K annually from 2020 to 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $125K, with an average award of $27K. The foundation has supported 18 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, South Carolina, which account for 88% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 6 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$9K
Average Grant
$27K
Largest Grant
$125K
Based on 12 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Demattia Charitable Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 26 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CT, MA, SC.
Demattia Charitable Foundation has distributed a total of $698K across 26 grants. The median grant size is $13K, with an average of $27K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $125K.
Demattia Charitable Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Demattia Charitable Foundation is headquartered in FAIRFIELD, CT. While based in CT, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 6 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Demattia | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$405K
Total Assets
$630K
Fair Market Value
$630K
Net Worth
$630K
Grants Paid
$403K
Contributions
$400K
Net Investment Income
$2K
Distribution Amount
$22K
Total Grants
26
Total Giving
$698K
Average Grant
$27K
Median Grant
$13K
Unique Recipients
18
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Habitat For HumanityBUILD HOUSING FOR THE NEEDY | Bridgeport, CT | $86K | 2022 |
| Center For Family JusticeGENERAL OPERATING | Bridgeport, CT | $75K | 2022 |
| Massachusetts General HospitalGENERAL OPERATING | Boston, MA | $46K | 2022 |
| Norma Pfriem Breast Care CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Fairfield, CT | $40K | 2022 |
| Nourish BridgeportGENERAL OPERATING | Bridgeport, CT | $35K | 2022 |
| Connecticut Institute For Refugees And ImmigrantsGENERAL OPERATING | Bridgeport, CT | $25K | 2022 |
| Friends Of Callawassie Island IncGENERAL OPERATING | Callawassie Island, SC | $20K | 2022 |
| United Hospital FundGENERAL OPERATING | New York, NY | $15K | 2022 |
| Recovery Network Of ProgramsGENERAL OPERATING | Shelton, CT | $10K | 2022 |
| Greenfield Hills Congregational ChurchRELIGIOUS CONTRIBUTION | Fairfield, CT | $10K | 2022 |
| Connecticut Humane SocietyGENERAL OPERATING | Newington, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Capitol SquashGENERAL OPERATING | Hartford, CT | $4K | 2022 |
| Reach NewtownGENERAL OPERATING | Newtown, CT | $3K | 2022 |
| Appalachia Service ProjectGENERAL OPERATING | Johnson City, TN | $2K | 2022 |
| Bridgeport Rescue MissionGENERAL OPERATING | Bridgeport, CT | $100K | 2020 |
| Bridge HouseGENERAL OPERATING | Bridgeport, CT | $10K | 2020 |
| Fairfield County Community FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Norwalk, CT | $5K | 2020 |
| March Of DimesGENERAL OPERATING | Arlington, VA | $2K | 2020 |