The Geaton and Joann Decesaris Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyDavidsonville, Maryland · EIN 52-2303477 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$850K
Organizations funded59
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$16.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $13,450.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
33% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go2 Foundation Lung Cancer | Washington, DC | Charity | $300,000 |
| Anne Arundel County Food Bank | Crownsville, MD | Charity | $30,000 |
| Sarah's House | Fort Meade, MD | Charity | $25,000 |
| Metavivor | Annapolis, MD | Charity | $25,000 |
| St Mary's Annapolis Catholic Church | Annapolis, MD | Charity | $22,600 |
| Wellness House of Annapolis | Annapolis, MD | Charity | $20,000 |
| Chrysalis House | Crownsville, MD | Charity | $20,000 |
| House of Ruth | Baltimore, MD | Charity | $20,000 |
| The Light House Inc | Annapolis, MD | Charity | $20,000 |
| Dysautonomia International | East Moriches, NY | Charity | $20,000 |
| Jh Kimmel Cancer Center | Washington, DC | Charity | $20,000 |
| Anne Arundel Community College | Arnold, MD | Charity | $20,000 |
| Decesarisprout Cancer Research Foundation | Davidsonville, MD | Charity | $15,500 |
| YMCA of Central Md | Gwynn Oak, MD | Charity | $15,000 |
| The Summit School | Edgewater, MD | Charity | $13,450 |
| Hospice of the Chesapeake | Pasadena, MD | Charity | $12,000 |
| For the Girls Inc | Wheaton, MD | Charity | $12,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Bethesda, MD | Charity | $10,000 |
| Warrior Events | Annapolis, MD | Charity | $10,000 |
| Miracle Flights | Las Vegas, NV | Charity | $10,000 |
| University of Md Medical System - Yumi Cares | Baltimore, MD | Charity | $10,000 |
| Leslie's Week | Annapolis, MD | Charity | $10,000 |
| Tourette Association of America | Bayside, NY | Charity | $10,000 |
| The Epilepsy Foundation | Bowie, MD | Charity | $10,000 |
| Servants of the Lord & the Virgin of Matera | Upper Marlboro, ME | Charity | $10,000 |
| Share Baby | Baltimore, MD | Charity | $10,000 |
| Caring Cupboard | Pasadena, MD | Charity | $10,000 |
| Glr | Washington, DC | Charity | $10,000 |
| Luminus Health | Annapolis, MD | Charity | $10,000 |
| Happy Helpers for the Homeless | Baltimore, MD | Chairty | $10,000 |
| Indian Creek School | Crownsville, MD | Charity | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Light House | Annapolis, MD | Charity | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Washington, DC | Charity | $10,000 |
| Bosom Buddies Charity | Stevensville, MD | Charity | $5,500 |
| Holy Family Catholic Church | New York, NY | Charity | $5,000 |
| Missionaries of Charity | Bronx, NY | Charity | $5,000 |
| Divine Mercy Corp | Rockbille, MD | Charity | $5,000 |
| One Love Foundation | Bronxville, NY | Charity | $5,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Hospital | Baltimore, MD | Charity | $5,000 |
| Beyond Borders | Norristown, PA | Charity | $5,000 |
| Widow Care Foundation | Rockville, MD | Charity | $5,000 |
| Foundation for the National Institute of Health | North Bethesda, MD | Charity | $5,000 |
| Believe Big | Hunt Valley, MD | Charity | $5,000 |
| Morgans Message | Gainesville, VA | Charity | $5,000 |
| Yes Inc | San Antonio, TX | Charity | $5,000 |
| For Ellie Foundation Inc | Annapolis, MD | Charity | $2,500 |
| Next Step Charitable Trust | Cambridge, MA | Charity | $2,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club - Annapolis | Annapolis, MD | Charity | $2,500 |
| Make a Wish Foundation | Phoenix, AZ | Charity | $1,000 |
| Pinked Perspective | Arnold, MD | Charity | $1,000 |
| Stef Ripple | Arnold, MD | Charity | $1,000 |
| Celebrate Hope | Davidsonville, MD | Charity | $1,000 |
| Adnp Kids Research Foundation | Brush Prairie, WA | Charity | $1,000 |
| The Mary Kay Foundation | Dallas, TX | Charity | $1,000 |
| Royal Blue | Louisville, KY | Charity | $1,000 |
| Expect Miracles Foundation | Boston, MA | Charity | $1,000 |
| Hydrocephelus Association | Bethesda, MD | Charity | $1,000 |
| Livewater | Annapolis, MD | Charity | $1,000 |
| World Villages for Children | Lanham, MD | Charity | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $849,550 | 59 |
| 2023 | $729,839 | 56 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523219349104112
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 52-2303477
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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