LaBarbera
Family Foundation
Compassion in Action
Our mission is to drive a continuum of change, from direct service providers to advocacy organizations, fostering community development, social justice, education, equity, healing, health, art and sustainability.
About
Message from the Founders
Kathy Calvin once said, “Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference.” These words capture the essence of our mission at the LaBarbera Family Foundation.
The LaBarbera Family Foundation is a small private charitable organization, committed to fostering positive change by supporting non-profit organizations that embody 'compassion in action.'
Since its inception, the Foundation has been dedicated to improving the lives of others. Our focus is on making a lasting, meaningful impact across a wide range of areas, including advocacy, community development, social justice, education, health, the arts, sustainability, and more.
It is an honor to have established the LaBarbera Family Foundation, and we are excited to continue our work of thoughtful, impactful giving in the years ahead.
Allison & Casper LaBarbera
Meet the Team
The impact of the LaBarbera Family Foundation is a direct result of the dedication and passion of our incredible team members.
Foundation Director
Kristie Mattioli
Kristie is deeply committed to advancing the foundation’s mission to foster positive social change through strategic philanthropic initiatives. She leads efforts to build sustainable partnerships, manage grant-making programs, and ensure the foundation’s long-term growth and success. Passionate about creating equitable access to opportunities, she works alongside the causes and areas the foundation supports, from critical initiatives to long game policy change. Kristie is informed by a rich and diverse background in food service, social services, family advocacy, creative styling, and energy work facilitation. Drawing from this range of experience and many leadership roles, she is dedicated to empowering individuals and families by providing resources, support, and opportunities that drive meaningful impact. As a mother and a family-oriented professional, Kristie understands the importance of creating supportive environments that nurture growth and opportunity. This perspective informs her work in the foundation, and drives a responsibility to serve. Kristie is a woman who loves spending time with her family, her people, traveling, cooking, making art, writing, growing, loving, caring, experiencing music, living, giving, expanding, doing hard work, having fun, being healthy and balanced, and being the light wherever she can. She is a generous and respected member of her tribe who is known for her great integrity and open heart.
Board Executive
Gerald Anthony
Gerald Anthony is a retired businessman who spent his career in the construction industry. Since retiring, he has redirected his efforts toward giving back to the community, with a focus on fighting hunger and homelessness. Deeply passionate about the environment, Gerald is committed to reducing food and energy waste, aligning with the Foundation’s mission of sustainability. Gerald lives in Long Island, New York, in a net-zero home he constructed alongside his wife of 47 years, Irene. A lover of outdoor activities, Gerald particularly enjoys gardening and sports. He cherishes spending time with his family, including his two daughters and four grandchildren. As a dedicated board member of the La Barbara Family Foundation, which embodies “Compassion in Action,” Gerald works tirelessly to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need and to protect the environment for future generations.
Grants
Allison and Casper primarily focus their giving efforts on the following program areas:
Education: Supporting education empowers individuals to reach their full potential and fosters long-term positive societal change.
Health: Investing in health initiatives ensures that communities thrive through better access to care, wellness, and prevention.
Community Development: Strengthening communities helps build resilient, inclusive spaces where individuals can connect, grow, and contribute meaningfully.
Arts & Culture: Promoting arts and culture preserves our diverse heritage, inspires creativity, and enriches the lives of all.
Advocacy: Advocacy drives systemic change by amplifying voices, influencing policy, and creating lasting impact for underserved communities.
Social Justice: Supporting social justice ensures equality, fairness, and the protection of human rights for all individuals, regardless of their background.
Sustainability: Investing in sustainability ensures that we protect the environment for future generations while promoting a balanced, thriving world.
Giving Guidelines
The Foundation supports 501(c)(3) organizations and accepts applications exclusively by invitation to ensure that our resources are allocated where they are most needed. We provide a platform for non-profits to thrive and individuals to contribute to their fundraising efforts. We are dedicated to creating positive change, impacting lives, and spreading kindness and generosity in our community.
Impact
Peconic Community School
"Your thoughtful donation makes engaging, place based and community - minded education accessible to local children."
How you can Help
Your generous donation to our family foundation helps us continue our mission to support compassion in action, making a lasting impact on the lives of those in need.