Michael and Suzanne Carusillo Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael and Suzanne Carusillo Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Itasca, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $309,600 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$309,600
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$471,149
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $211,900 the year before.
71% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $88,000 | 7 | $25,124 |
| 2024 | $211,900 | 5 | $28,248 |
| 2025 | $309,600 | 8 | $471,149 |
How to apply
Michael and Suzanne Carusillo Charitable 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 Michael and Suzanne Carusillo Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $200,000 |
| Illinois | 5 | $97,100 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | Supporting patients an delivering world-class healthcare. | $200,000 |
| Marist High School | Supporting Catholic Co-Ed college prep education and tuition assistance. | $50,000 |
| Saint Nicholas Cathedral School | Supporting students with a quality education. | $25,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 | |
| Pine Valley Tuition Support Fund | Supporting school programs. | $10,000 |
| Illinois PGA Foundation | To improve lives and positively impact communities through the game of golf. | $7,100 |
| NIU Foundation | Provide students with quality education. | $5,000 |
| University of North Florida Men's Golf | Suporting education and sports | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Carusillo
- Suzanne Carusillo
Questions people ask
Does Michael and Suzanne Carusillo Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael and Suzanne Carusillo Charitable Foundation give?
$309,600 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Michael and Suzanne Carusillo Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Carusillo (Trustee) and Suzanne Carusillo (Trustee).
What does Michael and Suzanne Carusillo Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.