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The Richard A. Zappala Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Pennsylvania, Florida, and California. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

Pittsburgh Botanic Garden
$479.3K
29%

LA ROCHE UNIVERSITY
$150K
9%

UNITED WAY OF MARTIN COUNTY INC
$145K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
35
Median 1st year grant
$2.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$3K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, Florida, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $230 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, LA ROCHE UNIVERSITY, and UNITED WAY OF MARTIN COUNTY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION?
RICHARD A ZAPPALA FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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