The Lagomarsino Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lagomarsino Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $85,700 in 58 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $2,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$85,700
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $66,500 the year before.
16% of its 2025 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 | $83,800 | 65 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $66,500 | 59 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $85,700 | 58 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
The Lagomarsino 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 The Lagomarsino Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 25 | $38,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $8,700 |
| California | 4 | $7,000 |
| Virginia | 5 | $5,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $4,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Relief | Los Angeles County wildfires Relief fund | $2,500 |
| Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Haiti Awake Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,800 |
| Coastal Christian High School Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,700 |
| American Brain Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Basilica Shrine of Saint Mary Catholic Parish of W | The Sister Isaac Center | $1,500 |
| Blessings in A Backpack Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Canines for Service Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Cape Fear Literacy Council | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach in | The Samaritan Center Program in Indian River County | $1,500 |
| Child Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Childrens Cancer Partners of the Carolinas Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Covenant House Florida Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Direct Relief | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Domestic Violence Shelter and Services Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Dreams of Wilmington Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Eden Village of Wilmington | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Elderhaus Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Feeding America | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| First Fruit Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Gift of Life International Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Good Shepherd Ministries of Wilmington Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Hamiltons Healing Hearts Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Healing House Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Heifer Project International | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Jessica June Childrens Cancer Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Joy Bus | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Kids in Crisis Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Lewy Body Dementia Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Mother Hubbards Cupboard of Wilmington Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| National Pediatric Cancer Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| New Hanover Humane Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Nourish NC | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Oasis NC | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Our Community Place | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Project Grows | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carlos Lagomarsino
- Rosanna Lagomarsino
Questions people ask
Does The Lagomarsino Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lagomarsino Foundation give?
$85,700 in tax year 2025, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Lagomarsino Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carlos Lagomarsino (Dir, Sec, Treas, Co-Pres) and Rosanna Lagomarsino (Coa, Dir, Co-Pres).
What does The Lagomarsino Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and health.