Mark & Virginia Rometty Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mark & Virginia Rometty Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $660,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$660,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $550,000 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $550,000 | 4 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $660,000 | 5 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
Mark & Virginia Rometty 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 Mark & Virginia Rometty Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 1 | $400,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $150,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | General charitable purposes | $400,000 |
| Brookings Institution | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Naples Community Hospital Inc | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| National Geographic Society | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Journey to Lead Inc | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Rometty
- Virginia Rometty
Questions people ask
Does Mark & Virginia Rometty Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mark & Virginia Rometty Foundation give?
$660,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Mark & Virginia Rometty Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Rometty (Trustee) and Virginia Rometty (Trustee).
What does Mark & Virginia Rometty Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.