Oscar J Tolmas Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Oscar J Tolmas Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Metairie, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.1 million in 68 grants; the typical grant was $33,000 and the largest $325,000. 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$3.1 million
- Number of grants68
- Typical grant$33,000
- Largest grant$325,000
- Assets$78.6 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.9 million the year before.
12% 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 | $2.5 million | 71 | $69.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.9 million | 74 | $75.2 million |
| 2025 | $3.1 million | 68 | $78.6 million |
How to apply
Oscar J Tolmas 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
What Oscar J Tolmas Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 66 | $3.0 million |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge House Corporation | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $325,000 |
| Children's Advocacy Center | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $200,000 |
| Volunteers of America Southeast la | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $175,000 |
| Wyes | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $125,000 |
| Jewish Children's Regional Service | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $112,554 |
| St Michael Special School | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $108,732 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $104,247 |
| Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $100,000 |
| Uno Foundation | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $92,500 |
| Kelly Gibson Foundation | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $85,000 |
| Raintree Children & Family Services | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $80,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Gno | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $75,000 |
| First Tee of Gno | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $65,000 |
| Magnolia Community Services Inc | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $61,000 |
| Cafe Reconcile | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $60,000 |
| Crossroads Nola Inc | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $58,000 |
| Upturn Arts | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $55,000 |
| Arc of Gno | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $50,000 |
| Community Sailing New Orleans Inc | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $50,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Gno Inc | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $50,000 |
| New Orleans Ballet Association | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $50,000 |
| New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $50,000 |
| Nextop | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $50,000 |
| Options Inc | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $50,000 |
| Please Foundation | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $50,000 |
| Yep | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $50,000 |
| Jewish Community Day School | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $46,800 |
| Gigi's Playhouse New Orleans | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $41,500 |
| James Samaritan | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $41,250 |
| Bright School for the Deaf | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $40,000 |
| City Park Conservancy | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $40,000 |
| New Heights Therapy Center | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $40,000 |
| Angels' Place | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $39,750 |
| Hillel Foundation of No | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $36,000 |
| Covenant House New Orleans | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $30,000 |
| Eden Centers for Hope and Healing | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $30,000 |
| Brain Injury Assn of la | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $27,000 |
| Kid Smart | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $25,000 |
| 18th Ward | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $25,000 |
| Brother Martin High School | To assist in the organization's tax exempt mission | $24,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Vincent J Giardina Cpa
- Lisa N Romano Cpa
Questions people ask
Does Oscar J Tolmas Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Oscar J Tolmas Charitable Trust give?
$3.1 million in tax year 2025, across 68 grants, with a typical grant of $33,000.
Who runs Oscar J Tolmas Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Vincent J Giardina Cpa (President/Trustee) and Lisa N Romano Cpa (Vice-President/Trustee).
What does Oscar J Tolmas Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.