The Cassata Foundation Inc
The Cassata Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Farmingdale, New York. Founded in May 2017, it describes itself as a family foundation operated by Rosario Cassata and his family, and says it supports a broad range of national and local charities, educational institutions, and families and individuals in need.
The Cassata Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Cassata Foundation Inc gave $51K across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $5K), mostly in New York. 27% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $51,293
- +7.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- +22.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $4,663
- -12.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,573
- Total assets
- $19,084
- +14.3% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 27% first-time grantees (3 of 11, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- New York (99% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Cassata Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- Review Cycle
- N/A, as stated on the filing.
- Deadline
- N/A, as stated on the filing.
- Contact
Application contact: Rosario S Cassata
Mailing address: 1110 Route Ste 110, Farmingdale, NY 11735
Phone: (631) 454-7676
Website: https://www.cassatafoundation.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Cassata Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Northwell Health Foundation ($10K). Together the top 10 received $51K.
Grant Size Distribution
50 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 50 grants of 50 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York and 1% to recipients in New Jersey.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Cassata Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
27%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 3 of 11 grantees (27%) 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 $7K; repeat grants $4K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $2K repeat.
- 45% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 458% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2023 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $9K (2021) to $57K (2022). In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $51K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwell Health Foundation New Hyde Park, NY | Patient Support | $10,000 |
| Moriches Rotary Health Camp Inc Center Moriches, NY | Camp for Individuals with Disabiliti | $10,000 |
| East Hampton Art House East Hampton, NY | Furthering the Arts | $10,000 |
| Ferro Foundation Commack, NY | Education Grant | $9,220 |
| Barbaras Team of Hope Massapequa, NY | Cancer Research | $3,500 |
| Fuoco Golf Patchogue, NY | Camp for Kids with Disabilities | $2,573 |
| Sorrentino Family Foundation Huntington, NY | Fund for Pantries | $2,000 |
| La Piazza Merrick, NY | Shop with a Cop, Gifts for Cops | $1,800 |
| Brian Moore Memorial Fund North Massapequa, NY | Education Grant Support Officers | $1,500 |
| Diabetes Foundation Mahwah, NJ | Support Research | $400 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,084 | $60,000 | $63,434 | $51,293 | 11 | $51,293 | — |
| 2023 | $16,703 | $65,500 | $59,893 | $47,700 | 9 | $47,700 | $348 |
| 2022 | $11,096 | $54,363 | $60,836 | $56,537 | 13 | $56,537 | $472 |
| 2021 | $17,569 | $20,000 | $12,307 | $9,200 | 5 | $9,200 | $445 |
| 2020 | $9,876 | $45,000 | $38,418 | $32,500 | 12 | — | $510 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation describes its support broadly rather than stating a specific mission. Its 2024 grants included support for patient services, camps for people with disabilities, the arts, education, food pantries, police-related initiatives, and research.
Among the grantees, Northwell Health Foundation says it links philanthropic support to efforts including helping underserved and uninsured people and advancing medical technology and research. Moriches Rotary Health Camp describes itself as a social and recreational facility for children with disabilities. The Diabetes Foundation says it provides resources and medication to people with diabetes in need in New Jersey. Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition describes its work as providing patient support, education, and advocacy related to breast and gynecological cancers.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $51,293 through 11 grants. Grants ranged from $300 to $10,000, with a median of $2,573. Larger grants included $10,000 each to Northwell Health Foundation, Moriches Rotary Health Camp, and East Hampton Art House, and $9,220 to Ferro Foundation.
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Its filing says to contact Rosario S. Cassata and submit a letter stating the charitable purpose for the grant.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Rosario Cassata, Carolyn Cassata, Alyssa Caminati, Gianna Hilton, and Nicole Palmer as directors. The foundation’s website identifies Rosario as its founder and trustee and says it is operated by him and his family.
The Cassata Foundation Inc's 2024 filing lists 5 officers; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Alyssa M Caminati
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Carolyn Cassata
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Nicole M Palmer
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Rosario S Cassata
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Gianna M Hilton
Director
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Gianna M Cassata (2020) — Director
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 The Cassata Foundation Inc
How much does The Cassata Foundation Inc give each year?
The Cassata Foundation Inc gave $51K across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $48K across 9 grants.
What is The Cassata Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Cassata Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $2,573, and its average grant was $4,663, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Cassata Foundation Inc that year got $7K on average.
Where does The Cassata Foundation Inc give grants?
The Cassata Foundation Inc gives mostly in New York: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there.
Does The Cassata Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on The Cassata Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Cassata Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Cassata Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Northwell Health Foundation ($10,000), Moriches Rotary Health Camp Inc ($10,000) and East Hampton Art House ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 58% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Cassata Foundation Inc?
The Cassata Foundation Inc reported $19K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $60K.
What does The Cassata Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation describes its support broadly rather than stating a specific mission. Its 2024 grants included support for patient services, camps for people with disabilities, the arts, education, food pantries, police-related initiatives, and research. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Cassata Foundation Inc?
The Cassata Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals, according to Grantable's research on its published guidelines. Check cassatafoundation.com for any change to that policy.
What is The Cassata Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Cassata Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-1512340. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Cassata Foundation Inc 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
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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