Russo Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Russo Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $123,525 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $50,000. 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$123,525
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$589,391
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $92,263 the year before.
32% 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 | $131,668 | 27 | $736,684 |
| 2024 | $92,263 | 21 | $659,769 |
| 2025 | $123,525 | 20 | $589,391 |
How to apply
Russo Family 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 Russo Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $107,090 |
| Florida | 5 | $13,225 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $150 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $60 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Institute for International Ed | Scholarships for education of students whose lives are in jeopardy | $50,000 |
| International Refugee Assistance Pr | Financial assistance for refugees | $50,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach Cty | Support for jewish communal services | $10,000 |
| Fordham Universtiy | Support for college education | $4,000 |
| Impact | Support for local nonprofits in Palm Beach County | $2,175 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | Cancer research | $1,000 |
| New Yorkers for Children | Support for underserved youth | $1,000 |
| Palm Beach County Sheriffs Foundation | Support for police services | $1,000 |
| PEF Israel Endowment | Support of jewish education | $1,000 |
| Aish Global | Study of judaism | $750 |
| Individual | Support for scholarships for jewish learning | $750 |
| Horizons National | Support for youth development | $500 |
| Xaxier HIgh School | Support for high school education | $500 |
| Park Avenue Synagogue | Support of jewish community | $360 |
| Central Synagogue | Support of Jewish community services | $180 |
| Ohel Ayalah | Support of jewish prayer | $150 |
| Phi Beta Kappa | Support of higher education | $60 |
| Adl | Support of efforts to combat anti-semitism | $50 |
| Palm Beach County Counsel of Firefighters | Aid to firefighters | $25 |
| Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association | Support for local police | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Marcy Russo
- Thomas Russo
Questions people ask
Does Russo Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Russo Family Foundation give?
$123,525 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Russo Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marcy Russo (trustee) and Thomas Russo (trustee).
What does Russo Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and faith communities.