Italian Sons and Daughters of America Cultural Heritage Foundati

La Speranza Charitable Foundation

Blue Bell, PA

The La Speranza Charitable Foundation’s grants support a range of charitable organizations, including those focused on Italian American heritage, community services, education, and support for cancer patients. In 2025, its 10 grants ranged from $1,000 to $25,000, with a median of $2,150, and went mainly to Pennsylvania organizations, as well as recipients in Washington, DC, and New York. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Dr Scholl Foundation

Northbrook, IL

The Dr. Scholl Foundation funds nonprofit work in education, social services, healthcare, civic and cultural activities, and the environment, with consideration for other worthwhile projects. Grants average $5,000–$25,000, mostly in the United States; it also considers international requests when a board member has direct knowledge of the applicant.

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America

Washington, DC

PhRMA funds organizations and initiatives related to biopharmaceutical research, patient access and affordability, health care policy, and public education, with grants mainly going to U.S. recipients. Its 2024 grants had a median of $20,000, though awards ranged from $5,250 to more than $6.8 million. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Magazzino Italian Art Foundation

New York, NY

Columbus Citizens Foundation Inc

New York, NY

Columbus Citizens Foundation supports Italian American heritage and achievement, primarily through scholarships and cultural and educational programs. Its 2024 grants ranged from $7,500 to $25,000, with a median of $10,000, and most grant dollars went to New York recipients, with some to Washington, DC. Requests for donations other than scholarships may be forwarded to its philanthropic committee and presented to the board; the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

The Francesco and Mary Giambelli Foundation Inc

Wilmington, DE

The Francesco and Mary Giambelli Foundation funds Italian culture, education and scholarships, healthcare and medical research, food assistance, and other charitable work, with most grants going to New York organizations. In 2024, grants ranged from $830 to $200,000, with a median of $17,500. It funds preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests; proposals are submitted only by invitation.