Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation
The Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation is a private foundation based in Short Hills, New Jersey. Its 2021 filing is marked as its final return, so the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation at a glance
In short: Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation gave $74K across 16 grants in 2021 (avg $5K), top state Texas. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $74,000
- Grants made (2021)
- 16
- Average grant
- $4,625
- Median grant
- $4,500
- Primary geography
- Texas (41% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it stated that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 65 Merrywood Lane, Short Hills, NJ 07078
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
16 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 16 grants of 16 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2021, grant dollars went primarily to organizations in Texas (41%), California (18%), and Pennsylvania (12%). Florida and Georgia each received 7% of grant dollars.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2021 it made 16 grants totaling $74K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 16 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $74,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $24 | $75,275 | $74,000 | 16 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission is stated in the available information. Its 2021 grants went to organizations including a children’s hospital, an animal-welfare organization, a running foundation, and colleges.
The grantees describe their own work as follows: Texas Children’s Hospital says its mission is to create a healthier future for children and women through patient care, education, and research. An individual recipient says it provides lifesaving care, programs, and community resources for pets and the people who love them. The Houston Marathon Foundation says it supports running as part of a balanced, healthy life. Harvey Mudd College says it educates engineers, scientists, and mathematicians across disciplines so they can lead with an understanding of their work’s impact on society.
Grantmaking
In 2021, the foundation made 16 grants totaling $74,000. Grants ranged from $2,000 to $11,000, with a median grant of $4,500.
Notable 2021 grants included $11,000 to Texas Children’s Hospital; $5,000 each to an individual recipient and the Houston Marathon Foundation; and $4,000 to Harvey Mudd College. The filing also lists scholarship grants of $4,000 each to the University of Southern California, Kansas State University, and The College of New Jersey.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2021 filing lists the following directors: Larry Catuzzi, Eileen Hricik, Vaughn Catuzzi Lohec, Dara Catuzzi Near, Lara Fisher Nally, and Diane Kalmonson.
Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation's 2021 filing lists 6 officers; none of the 6 officers listed in 2021 report compensation.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Dara Catuzzi Near
Director
New on the 2021 filing
No compensation reported
Diane Kalmonson
Director
New on the 2021 filing
No compensation reported
Eileen Hricik
Director
New on the 2021 filing
No compensation reported
Lara Fisher Nally
Director
New on the 2021 filing
No compensation reported
Larry Catuzzi
Director
New on the 2021 filing
No compensation reported
Vaughn Catuzzi Lohec
Director
New on the 2021 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation
How much does Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation give each year?
Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation gave $74K across 16 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation's typical grant size?
Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation's median grant in 2021 was $4,500, and its average grant was $4,625, across 16 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation give grants?
Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation's top state is Texas, with 41% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (18%) and Pennsylvania (12%).
Does Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2021: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation's 2021 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Scholarship" (8 grants) and "Donation" (8 grants).
What does Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation fund?
No foundation mission is stated in the available information. Its 2021 grants went to organizations including a children’s hospital, an animal-welfare organization, a running foundation, and colleges. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it stated that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation's EIN?
Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 76-0692927. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021.
Does Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas 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.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS April 25, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2021
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