Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family
Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family is a private foundation based in Parsippany, New Jersey. Its 2026 filing reports grants to 38 organizations, with recipients including educational, arts, health, human-services, religious, and international-relief organizations.
Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family at a glance
In short: Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family gave $143K across 38 grants in 2026 (avg $4K), mostly in New Jersey. 11% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $142,571
- -5.6% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 38
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $3,752
- -5.6% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $970,090
- -2.5% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 11% first-time grantees (4 of 38, 2026)
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (57% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 5 Sylvan Way PO Box 218, Parsippany, NJ 07054
Phone: (973) 538-4006
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Fordham University ($25K). Together the top 10 received $100K.
Grant Size Distribution
190 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 189 grants of 190 (99%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2026, 57% of grant dollars went to recipients in New Jersey, 24% to New York, 8% to Pennsylvania, 6% to Florida, and 3% to North Carolina.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 38 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family open to new grantees?
11%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 4 of 38 grantees (11%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $4K; repeat grants $4K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $2K repeat.
- 89% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (−12%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 88% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2026). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $139K (2021) to $168K (2024). In 2026 it made 38 grants totaling $143K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fordham University New York, NY | General Support | $25,000 |
| Princeton Symphony Orchestra Princeton, NJ | General Support | $20,000 |
| American Cancer Society Colts Neck, NJ | General Support | $15,000 |
| Middlesex County College Edison, NJ | General Support | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Easton PA Trenton, NJ | General Support | $5,000 |
| Food for the Poor Coconut Creek, FL | General Support | $5,000 |
| Hope Lodge Manasquan, NJ | General Support | $5,000 |
| Peter's Place Radnor, PA | General Support | $5,000 |
| St Mark's Orthobox Church Wrightstown, PA | General Support | $5,000 |
| St Paul Roman Catholic Church Princeton, NJ | General Support | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $970,090 | $123,758 | $149,023 | $142,571 | 38 | $144,560 | $129,805 | $163,490 |
| 2025 | $995,354 | $152,000 | $157,436 | $151,043 | 38 | $153,024 | $163,630 | $144,552 |
| 2024 | $1,000,791 | $147,595 | $170,688 | $167,864 | 37 | $167,880 | $165,624 | $151,059 |
| 2023 | $1,023,884 | $149,417 | $165,276 | $162,848 | 36 | $162,864 | $168,855 | $167,880 |
| 2022 | $1,039,742 | $138,289 | $154,234 | $147,016 | 41 | $149,319 | $149,387 | $165,151 |
| 2021 | $1,055,687 | $127,268 | $145,005 | $139,390 | 46 | — | $138,825 | $149,031 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family reported a distributable amount of $163K for 2026 — 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 2026 grants show support for organizations working in a range of areas. For example, Fordham University describes its mission as the discovery of wisdom and transmission of learning through research and high-quality education. Princeton Symphony Orchestra says it uses the power of live music to uplift the human experience.
Other grantees describe work addressing grief and family support: Peter’s Place says it provides safe, supportive environments for grieving children and families. HomeFront says it works to end homelessness in Central New Jersey and help families become self-sufficient. Food for the Poor describes linking churches to help materially poor communities, while All Faiths Food Bank says it works with partners to end hunger in its community.
Grantmaking
In 2026, the foundation reported 38 grants totaling $142,571. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $25,000, with a median of $2,000. The largest grants included $25,000 to Fordham University, $20,000 to Princeton Symphony Orchestra, $15,000 to American Cancer Society, and $10,000 to Middlesex County College. Other reported grants included $5,000 each to Food for the Poor, Hope Lodge, Peter’s Place, St. Mark’s Orthodox Church, St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, and Tunnels to Towers.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Robert J Ciatto as president/trustee, Marie Zeck as secretary/treasurer, and Cynthia C Bower as trustee.
Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family is led by Robert J. Ciatto, President & Trustee on every filing since 2021; none of the 3 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Robert J. Ciatto
President & Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Cynthia C. Bower
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Marie Zeck
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family
How much does Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family give each year?
Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family gave $143K across 38 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $151K across 38 grants.
What is Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family's typical grant size?
Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family's median grant in 2026 was $2,000, and its average grant was $3,752, across 38 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family that year got $4K on average.
Where does Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family give grants?
Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family gives mostly in New Jersey: 57% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (24%) and Pennsylvania (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Princeton, NJ (6 grants), Trenton, NJ (4 grants), Sarasota, FL (2 grants) and Beach Haven, NJ (2 grants).
Does Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (38 of 38) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family's largest grantees?
Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family's largest 2026 grantees include Fordham University ($25,000), Princeton Symphony Orchestra ($20,000) and American Cancer Society ($15,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 42% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family?
Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family reported $970K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $145K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $163K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants show support for organizations working in a range of areas. For example, Fordham University describes its mission as the discovery of wisdom and transmission of learning through research and high-quality education. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family?
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 Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family's EIN?
Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-1588767. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family 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.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS June 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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Grantable. (2026). Robert J & Elaine Ciatto Family funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/robert-j-and-elaine-ciatto-family-morg_ca9052790e7443ee9da3266c9714882f
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