The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable
The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable is a private foundation based in Morristown, New Jersey. Its latest filing on record is for 2022, and no filings have been made since; it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable at a glance
In short: The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable gave $30K across 11 grants in 2022 (avg $3K), top state Oregon. 45% of 2022 grantees were new. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $29,500
- -0.7% vs 2021
- Grants made (2022)
- 11
- -21.4% vs 2021
- Average grant
- $2,682
- +26.4% vs 2021
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $619,553
- -3.2% vs 2021
- New grantees (estimate)
- 45% first-time grantees (5 of 11, 2022; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Oregon (34% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2022; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable
- How to Apply
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The 2022 filing described the materials above and stated that giving was not restricted to preselected organizations. The filing reported no deadlines; this information is not presented as current.
- Contact
Application contact: Harley J Petrocelli
Mailing address: 4 Buckingham Court, Morristown, NJ 07960
Phone: (973) 895-6488
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was National Network of Abortion Funds ($10K). Together the top 10 received $29K.
Grant Size Distribution
36 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 36 grants of 36 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2022 grants went to recipients in multiple states. By share of grant dollars, Oregon received 34%, New Jersey 31%, California 14%, and the District of Columbia and Illinois 7% each.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable open to new grantees?
45%
first-time grantees, 2022
In 2022, 5 of 11 grantees (45%) were first-time recipients. With only 11 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 9 points. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $2K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $2K repeat.
- 55% of 2022 grantees were also funded in 2021. Method
- In 2022 it paid out 101% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2022). 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 2020 to 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $29K (2020) to $30K (2021). In 2022 it made 11 grants totaling $30K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Network of Abortion Funds Beaverton, OR | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Link Education Partners Newark, NJ | Charitable | $4,000 |
| The Trevor Project West Hollywood, CA | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Oasis Lincroft, NJ | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Smile Train Washington, DC | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Operation Warrior Wishes St Charles, IL | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Heifer International Little Rock, AR | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Make a Wish Phoenix, AZ | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mt Pleasant Animal Shelter East Hanover, NJ | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Hubert's Animal Welfare Ctr Madison, NJ | Charitable | $1,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $619,553 | $26,276 | $46,670 | $29,500 | 11 | $36,675 | $12,029 | $36,450 |
| 2021 | $639,947 | $74,963 | $50,381 | $29,700 | 14 | $38,676 | $57,909 | $39,422 |
| 2020 | $615,365 | $37,211 | $47,821 | $29,100 | 11 | — | $22,229 | $37,725 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable reported a distributable amount of $36K for 2022 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2022 grants supported organizations working in areas including reproductive justice, education, LGBTQ+ youth suicide prevention, services for veterans, animal welfare, and other charitable purposes.
The National Network of Abortion Funds describes its mission as building a world where reproductive options are valued, accessible, and stigma-free, with a commitment to reproductive, racial, and economic justice. The Trevor Project says its mission is to end suicide among LGBTQ+ young people. Link Education Partners says it raises resources to support high-quality education for underserved youth. Operation Warrior Wishes says it honors and supports warriors through once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Mt Pleasant Animal Shelter says it cares for homeless animals and works to place cats and dogs in permanent homes.
Grantmaking
In 2022, the foundation made 11 grants totaling $29,500. Grants ranged from $500 to $10,000, with a median grant of $2,000. The largest awards were $10,000 to the National Network of Abortion Funds, $4,000 each to Link Education Partners and The Trevor Project, and $3,000 to Oasis.
The 2022 filing reported that applicants should provide the organization’s name, address, and telephone number; a list of officers; and a description of its charitable purpose. It named Harley J Petrocelli as the contact for applications and stated there were no award restrictions. These instructions are from the 2022 filing and are not presented as current.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2022 filing listed Harley J Petrocelli and Anthony Scamardella as trustees.
The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable's 2022 filing lists 2 officers; all 2 officers listed in 2022 are compensated.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Anthony Scamardella
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$2K (2020) → $2K (2022)
Harley J. Petrocelli
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$2K (2020) → $2K (2022)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2022 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2022 filing was $2K, to Harley J Petrocelli (Trustee). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable
How much does The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable give each year?
The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable gave $30K across 11 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2021 it gave $30K across 14 grants.
What is The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable's typical grant size?
The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable's median grant in 2022 was $2,000, and its average grant was $2,682, across 11 grants on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable that year got $3K on average.
Where does The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable give grants?
The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable's top state is Oregon, with 34% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New Jersey (31%) and California (14%).
Does The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable give general operating support?
Not in 2022: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable's 2022 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (11 grants).
Who are The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable's largest grantees?
The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable's largest 2022 grantees include National Network of Abortion Funds ($10,000), Link Education Partners ($4,000) and The Trevor Project ($4,000), according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 61% of its itemized 2022 grant dollars.
How large is The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable?
The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable reported $620K in total assets on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $37K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $36K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2022 grants supported organizations working in areas including reproductive justice, education, LGBTQ+ youth suicide prevention, services for veterans, animal welfare, and other charitable purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable?
The 2022 filing described the materials above and stated that giving was not restricted to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable's EIN?
The Anthony J Petrocelli Charitable's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-3610279. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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