The RJ Salerno Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The RJ Salerno Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $160,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$160,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $165,000 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 | $165,000 | 9 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $160,000 | 10 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
The RJ Salerno 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 RJ Salerno Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $72,000 |
| California | 2 | $35,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heal Raising Our World Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Appalachian Mountain Club | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Appalachian Trail Conservancy | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Newburgh Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Direct Relief | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Oxfam-America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Fort Lewis College Foundation | Charitable Event | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert J Salerno
- Robyn Anne Salerno
Questions people ask
Does The RJ Salerno Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The RJ Salerno Foundation give?
$160,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs The RJ Salerno Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert J Salerno (Dir, Pres, Sec) and Robyn Anne Salerno (Dir, Treas, VP).
What does The RJ Salerno Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.