Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation
Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Wilmington, Delaware. In its 2024 filing, it reported $135,000 in grants to 10 organizations, including educational institutions and organizations working in areas such as marine ecosystem protection, disaster relief, and support for military families.
Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation gave $135K across 10 grants in 2024 (avg $14K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $135,000
- +285.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 10
- +100.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $13,500
- +92.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $7,500
- Total assets
- $2,153,525
- -2.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (74% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
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The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: Foundation Source 501 Silverside Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809-1377
Phone: (800) 839-1754
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart ($50K across 2 grants). Together the top 8 received $135K.
Grant Size Distribution
25 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 25 grants of 25 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in Texas (74%), Florida (11%), Connecticut (4%), North Carolina (4%), and Virginia (4%). The listed recipients also included an organization in New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
Cities
How Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation gives
- Giving grew 286% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 119% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $35K (2021) to $135K (2024). In 2024 it made 10 grants totaling $135K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart Houston, TX | Sister Caire Endowment Fund | $25,000 |
| Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart Houston, TX | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Texas A&M Foundation College Station, TX | Tyson "Ty" Wallis Endowed Scholarship fund | $25,000 |
| Texas A&M Foundation College Station, TX | Tyson "Ty" Wallis Endowed Scholarship fund | $25,000 |
| Captains for Clean Water Inc Fort Myers, FL | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Achievement First Bridgeport Academy Inc New Haven, CT | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Guadalupe Center Inc Naples, FL | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Samaritans Purse Boone, NC | To support those affected by Hurricane Helene | $5,000 |
| Special Operations Fund Arlington, VA | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation Staten Island, NY | Homeless Veterans Program | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,153,525 | $99,161 | $151,768 | $135,000 | 10 | $150,466 | $98,986 | $126,162 |
| 2023 | $2,206,132 | $260,964 | $50,150 | $35,000 | 5 | $49,375 | $60,789 | $111,581 |
| 2022 | $1,995,318 | $344,219 | $71,141 | $57,000 | 6 | $70,366 | $44,044 | $99,546 |
| 2021 | $1,722,240 | $238,872 | $48,379 | $35,000 | 4 | $47,704 | $38,697 | $88,315 |
| 2020 | $1,531,747 | $138,882 | $17,484 | — | — | — | $38,290 | $68,144 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $126K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied missions. For example, Texas A&M Foundation says it raises support for Texas A&M University and manages endowed gifts; Captains for Clean Water says it works to restore and protect marine ecosystems; and Guadalupe Center says its mission is to break the cycle of poverty through education for children in Immokalee. Other 2024 recipients include schools, humanitarian organizations, and organizations supporting military families.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $135,000 through 10 grants. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $25,000, with a median grant of $7,500. Notable awards included two $25,000 grants to Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart—one for its Sister Caire Endowment Fund and one for general and unrestricted purposes—and two $25,000 grants to Texas A&M Foundation for the Tyson “Ty” Wallis Endowed Scholarship fund. Captains for Clean Water received $10,000 for general and unrestricted purposes. Other listed grants were $5,000 each.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Nancy J De Lisi as president, director, and secretary.
Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation is led by Nancy J De Lisi, President, Director & Secretary on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Nancy J De Lisi
President, Director & Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation
How much does Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation give each year?
Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation gave $135K across 10 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $35K across 5 grants.
What is Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $7,500, and its average grant was $13,500, across 10 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation give grants?
Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 74% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Florida (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Houston, TX (2 grants) and College Station, TX (2 grants).
Does Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 50% of Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (5 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart ($50,000 across 2 grants), Texas A&M Foundation ($50,000 across 2 grants) and Captains for Clean Water Inc ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 81% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation?
Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation reported $2.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $150K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $126K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation?
The foundation states that it 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 Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation's EIN?
Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-3420125. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Next Chapter a De Lisi Family Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 10, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/next-chapter-a-de-lisi-family-foundation-morg_7a30b077a8d944bd8f7ba3286c31fc61
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