The Carmen Danella Foundation Sharon Danella
Invitation OnlyWorcester, Pennsylvania · EIN 25-1858500 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$260K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$3.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $120,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
14% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lasalle University | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Elmwood Park Zoo | Norristown, PA | Charitable | $120,000 |
| American Assn for Cancer Research | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Shriners Children's | Tampa, FL | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Spike for Her February Foundation | Newtown Square, PA | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $500 |
| Methacton Audubon Recreation Assn | Audubon, PA | Charitable | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $260,000 | 7 |
| 2024 | $226,500 | 10 |
| 2023 | $143,750 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620339349101112
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 25-1858500
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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