Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation

Private foundation · Grantmaker Greenwood Lake, NY EIN: 84-4014035

The GERRY FINESSE GALIGER FOUNDATION is a private foundation based in Greenwood Lake, New York. Its 2025 filing says it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.

Key facts about Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation

In short: Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation gave $83K across 11 grants in 2025 (avg $8K), mostly in New Jersey. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.

EIN
84-4014035
Latest 990 filing
Form 990-PF, 2025
Annual giving (2025)
$82,546
Grants made (2025)
11
Average grant
$7,504
Median grant
$3,200
Total assets
$1,960,516
Primary geography
New Jersey (56% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
Accepts unsolicited proposals
No
How to apply
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Full details ↓

Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.

Financial Overview

From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing

Total Assets

$2.0M

+17.2% YoY

Annual Giving

$83K

+363.0% YoY

Grant Count

11

+450.0% YoY

Avg Grant Size

$8K

-15.8% YoY

How Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation gives

  • Giving grew 450% from 2022 to 2025. Method
  • In 2024 it paid out 28% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method

From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.

Grantmaking

In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 11 grants totaling $82,546. Grant amounts ranged from $300 to $46,317, with a median of $3,200.

Your AI grants department

Ready to take the next step with Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation?

Fully replaces Grant database subscriptions Instrumentl · Foundation Directory · GrantStation & similar

Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

For 2025 grant dollars, the recipient-state shares were New Jersey 56%, New York 44%, and New Hampshire 0%.

Grant Distribution by State

5states

Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.

Cities

HinsdaleGreenwood LakeWashington TWPDenverReno

Giving Over Time

Total grant dollars and number of grants per year

$0$25K$50K$75K$100K1 grant2020 1 grant2021 5 grants2022 6 grants2023 2 grants2024 11 grants2025

From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $5K (2020) to $83K (2025). In 2025 it made 11 grants totaling $83K.

Grant Insights

How this funder distributes its grants

Top Recipients

Top 10 recipients in 2025

Chelsea of Washington TWP: $46KChelsea of Washington TWP$46KZygmunt-Murtie Funeral Home: $10KZygmunt-Murtie Funeral Home$10KJohn Galiger: $5KJohn Galiger$5KJim Galiger: $5KJim Galiger$5KCathy Brennan: $4KCathy Brennan$4KAnn O'Reilly: $3KAnn O'Reilly$3KDaya Rosa: $3KDaya Rosa$3KJeanne Barr: $3KJeanne Barr$3KThe Senior CO: $1KThe Senior CO$1KDaughter for a Day: $810Daughter for a Day$810

The largest 2025 recipient was Chelsea of Washington TWP ($46K). Together the top 10 received $82K.

Grant Size Distribution

25 grants across all recorded years

25<$50K$50–100K$100–250K$250–500K$500K–1M$1–5M$5M+

The most common grant size was under $50K: 25 grants of 25 (100%).

Giving History

Grant recipients and amounts by year

RecipientPurposeAmount
Chelsea of Washington TWP Washington TWP, NJHealthcare Assistance$46,317
Zygmunt-Murtie Funeral Home Greenwood Lake, NYFuneral Expenses$10,340
John Galiger Greenwood Lake, NYEducational Expenses$5,000
Jim Galiger Greenwood Lake, NYEducational Expenses$5,000
Cathy Brennan Greenwood Lake, NYEducational Expenses$3,979
Ann O'Reilly Greenwood Lake, NYEducational Expenses$3,200
Daya Rosa Greenwood Lake, NYEducational Expenses$3,200
Jeanne Barr Greenwood Lake, NYEducational Expenses$3,200
The Senior CO Greenwood Lake, NYHealthcare Assistance$1,200
Daughter for a Day Greenwood Lake, NYSponsorship$810

Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

Filing year Assets Revenue Expenses Grants
2025 $1,960,516 $385,778 $98,411 $82,546
2024 $1,673,149 $417,059 $28,085 $17,829
2023 $1,284,175 -$232,665 $75,095 $11,826
Revenue
Expenses
Qualifying Distributions
Net Investment Income
$0$500K$1M$1.5M2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Metric202520242023
Total Assets$1,960,516$1,673,149$1,284,175
Revenue$385,778$417,059$-232,665
Expenses$98,411$28,085$75,095
Qualifying Distributions$82,546$17,829$11,826
Net Investment Income$29,298$34,101$32,233
Distributable Amount—$63,449$62,798

Data update history

When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable

  1. Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 13, 2026)
  2. IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

The 2025 filing lists GERARD J GALIGER as an officer and director, with the role shown as “EXECUTIVE DI.”

Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation's only listed officer is Gerard J. Galiger, Executive Di on every filing since 2020 (uncompensated).

Officers on the 2025 filing

  • Gerard J. Galiger

    Executive Di

    On filings since 2020

    No compensation reported

Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.

Contact

Application contact: Gerard J Galiger
Mailing address: 59 Plain Road, Hinsdale, NH 03451
Phone: (845) 477-8775

Frequently asked questions about Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation

How much does Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation give each year?

Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation gave $83K across 11 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $18K across 2 grants.

What is Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation's typical grant size?

Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $3,200, and its average grant was $7,504, across 11 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.

Where does Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation give grants?

Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation gives mostly in New Jersey: 56% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was New York (44%). The most frequent recipient cities were Greenwood Lake, NY (9 grants).

Does Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation give general operating support?

Not in 2025: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Educational Expenses" (6 grants).

Who are Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation's largest grantees?

Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Chelsea of Washington TWP ($46,317), Zygmunt-Murtie Funeral Home ($10,340) and John Galiger ($5,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 75% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.

How large is Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation?

Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation reported $2.0M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $386K.

How do I apply for a grant from Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation?

The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑

What is Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation's EIN?

Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-4014035. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.

Does Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?

No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑

Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.

Your AI grants department

Here's the math on researching Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation by hand.

Explore Open Grants

Browse active grant opportunities in Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database

Similar Funders

Funders that support many of the same organizations

New Hampshire Charitable Foundation

Concord, NH

The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation funds nonprofits and students, with grants supporting areas such as health, education, housing, the environment, arts, and economic security, primarily benefiting New Hampshire communities. Its 2024 median itemized grant was $25,000, and its Responsive Grants program offers eligible nonprofits up to $10,000; the profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Assets

$1.2B

Grants

949

Total Given

$59.7M

For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST)

Manchester, NH

FIRST funds youth robotics and hands-on STEM programs, including efforts to expand access for underserved and underrepresented communities; its grants support organizations in the U.S. and internationally. Typical giving varies: 2025 grants had a median of $5,750, while STEM Equity Community Innovation Grants are listed at $5,000–$50,000. The profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

Assets

$73.0M

Grants

847

Total Given

$21.8M

Mascoma Bank Foundation

Lebanon, NH

Mascoma Bank Foundation funds capital projects for nonprofits in Mascoma Bank’s lending area, including building and infrastructure improvements, construction, capital campaigns, and major equipment or other capital items. Its capital grants are typically $5,000–$25,000; it accepts unsolicited requests, with proposals considered quarterly.

Assets

$7.2M

Grants

35

Total Given

$499K

Alexander and Linda Milley Foundation

Rye, NH

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking

Assets

$11.1M

Grants

194

Total Given

$350K

The Robert and Joyce Oberkotter Family

Newport, NH

The foundation primarily funds education in New Hampshire and awards scholarships to eligible high school seniors from listed schools in New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island; it also supports extracurricular activities and underfunded school programs such as music, art, and athletics. Scholarships are typically $4,000, while reported grants ranged from $4,000 to $50,000 in 2025. Scholarship applications are accepted through eligible schools or by the stated application process; the profile does not say whether the foundation accepts unsolicited requests.

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking

Assets

$14.2M

Grants

189

Total Given

$810K

Emily Landecker Foundation Inc

Hanover, NH

The Emily Landecker Foundation supports charitable, educational, environmental, agricultural, transportation, and community-service organizations, primarily in New Hampshire’s and Vermont’s Upper Connecticut River Valley. In 2025, grants ranged from $500 to $1.6 million, with a median of $5,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking

Assets

$37.2M

Grants

113

Total Given

$4.2M

Cogswell Benevolent Trust

Bedford, NH

The Cogswell Benevolent Trust funds established nonprofit and public-agency programs in areas including transportation, youth services, food, healthcare, and education, primarily in New Hampshire; limited out-of-state funding is available. Its 2024 grants ranged from $2,500 to $75,075, with a median of $10,000. It accepts proposals at any time; no deadline is listed.

Assets

$34.1M

Grants

107

Total Given

$1.8M

The Couch Family Foundation

Hanover, NH

The Couch Family Foundation funds early care and education statewide in New Hampshire, and work benefiting children, families, and communities in the Upper Valley of New Hampshire and Vermont and on Martha’s Vineyard. Its 2024 grants had a median award of $20,000; first-time grantees generally receive $10,000 or less. It states that it does not accept unsolicited requests, though its website invites applications for Cherished Communities; Statewide Early Care and Education is by invitation only.

Assets

$123.4M

Grants

106

Total Given

$6.1M

Abraham Burtman Charity Trust

Dover, NH

The Abraham Burtman Charity Trust funds poverty relief, education, religion, scholarships, and other charitable purposes, with grants typically ranging from $200 to $2,500. Its recent grants went to New Hampshire recipients; organizations are invited to apply by letter describing their work, proposed initiative, and requested amount, with proof of nonprofit status.

Assets

$639K

Grants

95

Total Given

$80K

Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital

Lebanon, NH

Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital supports healthcare services, medical and academic research, education, charity care, community outreach, equipment, and health education. In 2025, its 59 grants ranged from $5,056 to $881,519, with a median of $18,388; 37% of grant dollars went to New Hampshire recipients, with awards also reaching organizations elsewhere. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Health

Assets

$2.8B

Grants

177

Total Given

$14.0M

Marvin & Annette Lee Foundation Inc

Greenville, NH

The foundation supports a varied range of charitable work, including education, environmental organizations, and religious groups, with most 2024 grant dollars going to Massachusetts recipients and additional funding across several states. It made 91 grants in 2024, typically small (median $400), though awards ranged from $200 to $25,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Assets

$1.9M

Grants

91

Total Given

$102K

New Hampshire Community Loan Fund Inc

Concord, NH

The New Hampshire Community Loan Fund provides financing and technical assistance for affordable housing, manufactured-home residents, small businesses, nonprofits, energy efficiency, and community projects, and administers USDA meat and poultry grant programs. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,390 to $8.2 million, with a median of about $242,000; recipients were in New Hampshire and other states. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Assets

$237.4M

Grants

90

Total Given

$41.8M

More Funders in New York

Gerry Finesse Galiger Foundation down — hundreds of funders to go?

Want AI to do this for you?