Dirienzo Foundation Inc
Historical FunderReno, Nevada · EIN 31-1393435 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | MARGARET A DIRIENZO PRESIDENT |
|---|---|
| Address | 4735 S SADDLEHORN DRIVE, RENO NV 89511 |
| Phone | 7758238962 |
| MADIRIENZO@YAHOO.COM | |
| Form and materials | FOUNDATION-PROVIDED FORM ASKING FOR PERSONAL AND FINANCIAL INFO, SUMMARY OF HOW APPLICANT IS IMPROVING SELF |
| Deadlines | ESTABLISHED EACH YEAR BY PRESIDENT ONLY IF NECESSARY |
| Restrictions | LOW-INCOME/NET WORTH INDIVIDUALS STRIVING TO IMPROVE LIVES FROM TRAGEDY, MISFORTUNE, OR TO PURSUE EDUCATION/TRAINING OR SELF-EMPLOYMENT |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
58% of grants went outside Nevada.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nevada Policy Research Institute | Las Vegas, NV | 501(C)(3) state org (nv) | $7,000 |
| South Reno Baptist Church | Reno, NV | 501(C)(3) church contributions | $7,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Washington, DC | 501(C)(3) national foundation | $5,000 |
| The Leadership Institute | Arlington, VA | 501(C)(3) for women | $5,000 |
| US Wolf Refuge | Sparks, NV | 501(C)(3) animal rescue | $3,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI | 501(C)(3) private college | $2,000 |
| Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation | Reno, NV | 501(C)(3) for children | $2,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Washington, DC | 501(C)(3) national foundation | $2,000 |
| The Hayek Group | Reno, NV | 501(C)(3) local donation | $1,600 |
| Allentown Hospital School of Nursing Alumni | Allentown, PA | 501(C)(3) nursing alumni | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Dallas, TX | 501(C)(3) national foundation | $1,000 |
| American Legion Charities | Indianapolis, IN | 501(C)(3) veteran organization | $1,000 |
| Artown | Reno, NV | 501(C)(3) local | $1,000 |
| Breakthrough T1d | Reno, NV | 501(C)(3) diabetes research | $1,000 |
| Community Fellowship | Reno, NV | 501(C)(3) church | $1,000 |
| Gonzaga University | North Bend, WA | Scholarship - pre med | $1,000 |
| Mccallum Theatre | Palm Desert, CA | 501(C)(3) nonprofit performing arts center | $1,000 |
| Reno Sparks Gospel Mission | Reno, NV | 501(C)(3) local religious org | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Alexandria, VA | 501(C)(3) national | $1,000 |
| St Joseph's India School | Chamberlain, SD | 501(C)(3) for native american children | $1,000 |
| The Co2 Coalition | Fairfax, VA | 501(C)(3) | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, NY | 501(C)(3) veterans | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Phoenix, AZ | 501(C)(3) national charity | $1,000 |
| Washoe County Sheriff's Charitable Fund | Reno, NV | 501(C)(3) charity | $1,000 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($20,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $69,600 | 26 |
| 2024 | $55,600 | 22 |
| 2023 | $55,500 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601889349100320
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 31-1393435
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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