David T & Karen Della Penta Charitable Trust

How to apply, from its 2025 IRS return

How to ask

Letters of recommendation, awards or honors bestowed upon applicant, demonstration of notable academic achievements and/or talent in various forms of dance and demonstration of financial need.

Deadlines

Annual

Limits on who can apply

To provide scholarships for individuals entering college or post graduate studies who have shown notable academic achievements and to students who have demonstrated talent in various forms of dance and are pursuing careers in dance. Additionally, support healthcare initiatives specifically focused on woman's health and Alzheimer research or any other section 501(c)(3) organization approved by the board of trustees.

Grants paid in 2025

$202,200, to organizations

This is what the foundation told the IRS on Form 990-PF. It isn’t a confirmed open grant round, and details may have changed, so contact the foundation before applying. Its mailing address is on the full return: see it on ProPublica’s Nonprofit Explorer.