Frank & Ruth E Caruso Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frank & Ruth E Caruso Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $108,050 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $8,250 and the largest $18,000. 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$108,050
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$8,250
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was down from $115,500 the year before.
9% 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 | $135,500 | 11 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $115,500 | 12 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $108,050 | 12 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Frank & Ruth E Caruso 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 Frank & Ruth E Caruso Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $107,050 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Conservatory of Music | Music therapy program | $18,000 |
| New York Center for Children | Therapy program | $18,000 |
| The Art Therapy Project | Community art therapy program | $18,000 |
| Artistic Noise | Art therapy services | $10,000 |
| Children of Promise | Mental health and art therapy programs | $10,000 |
| Day One | Mental health services | $10,000 |
| Center for Anti-Violence Education | General operating support | $6,500 |
| Possibility Project | General operating support | $6,500 |
| Willie Mae Rock Camp for Girls | General operating support | $6,500 |
| A Fair Shake for Youth | General operating support | $3,500 |
| American Music Therapy Assoc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Day One | Webinar attendance | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa Turngren
- Edward Turngren
- Cynthia Turngren
Questions people ask
Does Frank & Ruth E Caruso Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank & Ruth E Caruso Foundation give?
$108,050 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $8,250.
Who runs Frank & Ruth E Caruso Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lisa Turngren (President), Edward Turngren (Vice President) and Cynthia Turngren (Secretary).
What does Frank & Ruth E Caruso Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and health.