The Thomas Rosato Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Thomas Rosato Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $374,500 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$374,500
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$10.7 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $292,500 the year before.
19% 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 | $278,500 | 26 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $292,500 | 26 | $8.3 million |
| 2025 | $374,500 | 31 | $10.7 million |
How to apply
The Thomas Rosato 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 Thomas Rosato Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Vermont. It also paid $16,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 3 | $121,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $48,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $35,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $30,500 |
| Arizona | 2 | $30,000 |
| New York | 5 | $27,000 |
| California | 2 | $17,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $12,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $11,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic Education and Mentoring Project | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Legado de Esperanza Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $30,500 |
| Heritage Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Centro de Ensenanza Coral Cec | General & Unrestricted | $16,000 |
| Amurtel Inc | Baan Unrak Foundation | $15,000 |
| Petsmart Charities Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Research led by Sunil Singhal | $15,000 |
| Turning Point USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Semper Fi & Americas Fund | General & Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| WWP Inc - Wounded Warrior Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics Pennsylvania Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Upper Merion Park & Historic Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| American National Red Cross | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Cancer Research Institute Inc | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Main Line Deputy Dog | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Spectrum Inc | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Adirondack Mountain Club Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Adirondack Ski Touring Council Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Appalachian Mountain Club | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Appalachian Trail Conservancy | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ayn Rand Institute the Center for the Advancement | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Dogs and Cats of the Dominican Republic Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Francisvale Home for Smaller Animals | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Grace Hudowalski Charitable Trust | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| National Park Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Rails to Trails Conservancy | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Upper Merion Police Association | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Judy Eng
- Amy Jordan
- Thomas M Rosato
Questions people ask
Does The Thomas Rosato Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Thomas Rosato Foundation give?
$374,500 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Thomas Rosato Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Judy Eng (Dir, VP), Amy Jordan (Dir, Treas) and Thomas M Rosato (Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does The Thomas Rosato Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and science and research.