David & Elizabeth Rome Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David & Elizabeth Rome Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $353,800 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$353,800
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $386,500 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $386,500 | 17 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $353,800 | 21 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
David & Elizabeth Rome Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What David & Elizabeth Rome Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $263,300 |
| New York | 3 | $65,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Nature Conservancy | Conservation | $100,000 |
| Music for Minors | Education | $60,000 |
| Individual | Medical Care | $50,000 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | Conservation | $20,000 |
| Kqed | Public Broadcasting | $15,000 |
| MVLA Community Scholars | Education | $10,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Conservation | $10,000 |
| East Palo Alto Kids Foundation | Family Services | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Humanitarian Aid | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Indiana-Kentu | Women's Health | $10,000 |
| Individual | Women's Health | $10,000 |
| Individual | Humanitarian Aid | $10,000 |
| Individual | Ukraine Aid | $10,000 |
| Individual | Education | $7,000 |
| Los Altos Community Foundation | Civic Philanthropy | $5,000 |
| ACLU | Legal Rights | $5,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Human Rights | $5,000 |
| Maui Food Bank | Humanitarian Aid | $5,000 |
| Individual | Operating expenses | $1,200 |
| US Capital Historical Society | Operating expenses | $500 |
| Computer History Museum | Operating Expenses | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- David L Rome
- Elizabeth F Rome
Questions people ask
Does David & Elizabeth Rome Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David & Elizabeth Rome Family Foundation give?
$353,800 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs David & Elizabeth Rome Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David L Rome (President & CEO) and Elizabeth F Rome (Vice President).
What does David & Elizabeth Rome Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and health.