Private foundation · Chattanooga
Frank J B & Emma S Varallo Foundation Tr
In 2024 it gave 1 grant worth $900,000 to Tennessee groups. A typical grant was $900,000 (1 grant).
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $900,000
- Typical grant How we figure this
- $900,000 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask How we figure this
- About $900,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Marion County
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups? How we figure this
- Rarely: every Tennessee group it funded in 2024 had also been funded in 2023. Build a relationship before asking.
- Total giving that year
- $900,000
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $900K | $900K | 1 |
| 2023 | $801K | $801K | 3 |
All grants paid To Tennessee
How to apply
- Contact
- The Varallo Foundation c/o R Frederi · Chattanooga · (423) 265-9510
- What to send
- For those wishing to bring a project to the attention of the foundation, a written summary of not more than two pages should be sent to the above address. The request should be submitted in triplicate prior to december 1st each year.
- Deadlines
- December 1st.
Next one: Dec 1, 2026 if the dates haven't changed since its 2024 filing
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2024. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- Joseph F DecosimoChairman
- Robert F DecosimoSecretary
- Joseph D DecosimoTrustee
- John T DecosimoTrustee
As listed in its 2024 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Operating funds (1 grant)
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Past winners are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Past winner | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Generosity Trust | Chattanooga, Marion County | Operating funds | $900K |