Rubino Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rubino Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $686,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$686,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$11.0 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was up from $430,000 the year before.
68% 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 | $0 | 0 | $9.4 million |
| 2024 | $430,000 | 10 | $10.7 million |
| 2025 | $686,000 | 19 | $11.0 million |
How to apply
Rubino 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 Rubino Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 15 | $676,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $7,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care | Charitable | $300,000 |
| Guardian Angel Community Services | Charitable | $80,000 |
| Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans | Charitable | $50,000 |
| The Night Ministry | Charitable | $46,000 |
| Morning Star Mission | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Will-Grundy Medical Clinic | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Deborah's Place | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Friends of Will County Cac | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Clove Alliance | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Crisis Nursery | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Northeastern Illinois | Charitable | $10,000 |
| RECLAIM13 | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Stepping Stones Treatment Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Friendship Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Waterleaf Women's Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Access Housing Inc | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Arlington Free Clinic | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Doorways for Women and Families | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Homestretch | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Domenica M Rubino
- Catherine L Rubino
- Vincent C Rubino
- Ann M Rubino
- Mary A Rubino
- Theresa L Rubino
Questions people ask
Does Rubino Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rubino Family Foundation give?
$686,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Rubino Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Domenica M Rubino (President), Catherine L Rubino (Treasurer), Vincent C Rubino (Secretary) and Ann M Rubino (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Rubino Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and housing and homelessness.