The Dave and Patsy Rommel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dave and Patsy Rommel Foundation is a private foundation in Edgartown, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$25,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$889,648
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was down from $32,250 the year before.
56% 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 | $33,500 | 5 | $401,306 |
| 2024 | $32,250 | 7 | $370,373 |
| 2025 | $25,500 | 10 | $889,648 |
How to apply
The Dave and Patsy Rommel 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 The Dave and Patsy Rommel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 4 | $11,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University Foundation | To support rutgers' excellence in education, research, and public service | $10,000 |
| Horizons Delmarva | To support advanced academic opportunities for low-income public school students. | $5,000 |
| Salisbury Univ Foundation Jaycees Foundation | To promote, sponsor and carry out educational, scientific and charitable purposes and objectives for students. | $2,000 |
| Main Street Gym | The main street gym provides a structured boxing program for at risk youth which teaches individual responsibility and self-reliance through physical training, participation in competitive boxing tournments, and an after-school academic tutoring program. | $2,000 |
| Individual | $2,000 | |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | To honor the sacrifice of firefighter stephen siller and support america's military and first responders who continue to make the ultimate sacrifice of life and limb for the country. | $2,000 |
| Red Stocking Fund Inc | To provide food and clothing to persons in need during the christmas season | $1,000 |
| Edgartown Patrolman's Association | To provide educational scholarships. | $500 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | To advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases, especially childhood cancers, through research and treatment. | $500 |
| Edgartown Firemens Association | To support volunteer firefighters, emts, and emergency personnel in their service to the edgartown community. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Rommel
- Patricia Rommel
Questions people ask
Does The Dave and Patsy Rommel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dave and Patsy Rommel Foundation give?
$25,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Dave and Patsy Rommel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Rommel (Trustee, President, Treasurer) and Patricia Rommel (Trustee, VP, Secretary).
What does The Dave and Patsy Rommel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and youth programs.