The Caruso Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Caruso Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.7 million in 34 grants; the typical grant was $30,330 and the largest $1.2 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.7 million
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$30,330
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$35,674
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.2 million the year before.
44% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4.2 million | 43 | $203,982 |
| 2024 | $3.7 million | 34 | $35,674 |
How to apply
| Contact | Rick Caruso 101 the Grove Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90036 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (323) 900-8100 |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Caruso Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 32 | $3.3 million |
| New York | 2 | $386,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | General operations/caruso school of law/philipps endowed chair | $1.2 million |
| BABY2BABY | General operations | $350,000 |
| Para Los Ninos | General operations/ice cream truck for event | $308,199 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah Inc | General operations | $286,000 |
| Strive Foundation | General operations | $275,256 |
| Loyola High School of Los Angeles | General operations | $250,000 |
| St Monica's Catholic Church | General operations | $125,000 |
| University of Southern California | The student center fund/mcmorrow nai/ocd research dedicated tms machine | $115,000 |
| St Lawrence of Brindisi Church | General operations | $106,000 |
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | General operations | $100,000 |
| Kering Foundation in the Americas Inc | Caring for women contribution | $100,000 |
| Avas Heart Inc | General operations | $60,000 |
| Saint John's Hospital and Health Center Foundation | General operations | $50,000 |
| St Monica Schools | General operations | $50,000 |
| A Chance for Children Foundation | General operations | $42,007 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | General operations/helmet funding | $35,000 |
| United Friends of the Children | General operations | $35,000 |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church | General operations/bbq | $25,661 |
| The People Concern | General operations | $25,000 |
| Holocaust Museum la | General operations | $12,000 |
| City of Hope | General operations | $10,000 |
| KIPP Socal Public Schools | General operations | $10,000 |
| Learning Rights Law Center | General opersations | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Police Foundation | General operations | $10,000 |
| Maps Charities | General operations | $10,000 |
| Parents of Watts Working With Youth and Adults Inc | Gift giveaway | $10,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | General operations | $10,000 |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel School | Adopt a student fundraiser, educate a student for 1 year | $7,710 |
| California Business Properties Association | Awards dinner sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Palisades Enrichment Programs | General operations | $5,000 |
| USC Alumni Association | General operations | $4,200 |
| Special Olympics Southern California | General operations | $2,500 |
| Little Italy of Los Angeles Association | General operations | $1,500 |
| Saint Benedict's Italian Catholic | St joseph's table | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rick J Caruso
- Christina J Caruso
- Marc A Caruso
- Tina P Caruso
Questions people ask
Does The Caruso Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Caruso Family Foundation give?
$3.7 million in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $30,330.
Who runs The Caruso Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rick J Caruso (President/Trustee), Christina J Caruso (Vice President/Trustee), Marc A Caruso (Vice President/Trustee) and Tina P Caruso (Trustee).
What does The Caruso Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.