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The Della Pietra Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based engagement model, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing a collaborative approach to funding. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

The Trustees of Princeton University
$9.1M
37%
SIMONS LAUFER MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES INSTITUTE
$4.1M
17%
STONY BROOK FOUNDATION INC
$3.2M
13%
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Total No. of Grants
15
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$125K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION?
No. THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION give?
THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New Jersey, New York, 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 THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $6.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include The Trustees of Princeton University, SIMONS LAUFER MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES INSTITUTE, and STONY BROOK FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION?
THE DELLA PIETRA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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