Tony Derosa Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tony Derosa Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmette, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,250 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $375 and the largest $2,500. 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$13,250
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$375
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$332,930
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,750 the year before.
11% 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 | $11,000 | 14 | $267,283 |
| 2024 | $12,750 | 19 | $294,716 |
| 2025 | $13,250 | 18 | $332,930 |
How to apply
Tony Derosa 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 Tony Derosa Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 15 | $11,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Tepeyac High School | General fund | $2,500 |
| St Thomas of Canterbury School | General fund | $2,500 |
| Crisis Assistance Ministry | General fund | $1,500 |
| Loyola Academy | General fund | $1,500 |
| Cardinal Joseph Bernardin School | General fund | $1,000 |
| Community Food Bank of So Az | General fund | $500 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | General fund | $500 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General fund | $500 |
| S Suburban Rec Assoc | General fund | $500 |
| CTF Illinois | General fund | $250 |
| Little City | General fund | $250 |
| Morningstar Mission Ministries | General fund | $250 |
| One Love Global Wellness | General fund | $250 |
| Rainbows for All Children | General fund | $250 |
| Special Olympics | General fund | $250 |
| St Mary Catholic School | General fund | $250 |
| Homeboys Industries | General fund | $250 |
| The Night Ministry | General fund | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Sharon Derosa-Ostrom
- John Derosa
- Rockney Hudson
- Kevin J Sugrue
Questions people ask
Does Tony Derosa Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tony Derosa Foundation give?
$13,250 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $375.
Who runs Tony Derosa Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sharon Derosa-Ostrom (Director/President & Secretary), John Derosa (Director/Vice President), Rockney Hudson (Treasurer & Assistant Secretary) and Kevin J Sugrue (Director).
What does Tony Derosa Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and food and hunger.