Jerome J & Ursula Choromanski Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jerome J & Ursula Choromanski Family Foundation is a private foundation in Plymouth, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $521,915 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $156,415. 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$521,915
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$156,415
- Assets$0
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $365,000 the year before.
39% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $396,500 | 45 | $822,069 |
| 2024 | $365,000 | 37 | $505,327 |
| 2025 | $521,915 | 39 | $0 |
How to apply
Jerome J & Ursula Choromanski 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 Jerome J & Ursula Choromanski Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 30 | $462,915 |
| Virginia | 3 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $15,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Therese Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $156,415 |
| Basilica Landmark | Unrestricted charitable grant | $50,000 |
| St Olaf Church | Unrestricted charitable grant | $30,000 |
| Cristo Rey | Unrestricted charitable grant | $25,000 |
| Holy Cross Catholic Church | Unrestricted charitable grant | $25,000 |
| Food Allergy Research and Education | Unrestricted charitable grant | $15,000 |
| NAMI | Unrestricted charitable grant | $15,000 |
| True Friends | Unrestricted charitable grant | $15,000 |
| Annunciation School | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Ascension Church and School | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Avmf | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Lundstrum Performing Arts | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Microgrants | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Nativity of Mary School | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Northwest MN Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| St John Paul II School | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| St Peter Claver School | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| St Victoria Church - Lord Renew Our Church | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| The Church of St Boniface | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Ragom | Unrestricted charitable grant | $9,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Unrestricted charitable grant | $7,500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Unrestricted charitable grant | $7,500 |
| Eden Prairie Community Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Global Empowerment Mission | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Macv | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Society of the Little Flower | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| St Paul's Monastery | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Live to Give | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,500 |
| Alpha News | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Banyan Community | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Leadership Insitute | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| MN HVD Animal Rescue | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| MN Land Trust | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| This Old Horse | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Sandy Hook Promise | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,500 |
| Bountiful Basket Food Shelf | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,000 |
| Animal Humane Society | Unrestricted charitable grant | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Caroline Partoll
- Jennifer Shaltz
- Jane Norris
Questions people ask
Does Jerome J & Ursula Choromanski Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jerome J & Ursula Choromanski Family Foundation give?
$521,915 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs Jerome J & Ursula Choromanski Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Caroline Partoll (President & Treasurer), Jennifer Shaltz (Vice President & Secretary) and Jane Norris (Vice President & Asst. Sec).
What does Jerome J & Ursula Choromanski Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.