The Richard and Margaret Romano Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Richard and Margaret Romano Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Evanston, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.9 million and the largest $1.9 million. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.9 million
- Largest grant$1.9 million
- Assets$9.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $605,150 | 1 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 1 | $9.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 1 | $9.9 million |
How to apply
The Richard and Margaret Romano Charitable Trust 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $1.9 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable Fund | Donor-advised fund | $1.9 million |
Officers and trustees
- Richard C Romano
- James D Romano
- Kathryn R Mayer
- Joseph RV Romano
- Lou Diberardino
- Valerie Romano
- Mark Baric
Questions people ask
Does The Richard and Margaret Romano Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Richard and Margaret Romano Charitable Trust give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.9 million.
Who runs The Richard and Margaret Romano Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard C Romano (Trustee), James D Romano (Trustee), Kathryn R Mayer (Trustee) and Joseph RV Romano (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.