MSGR Richard S Amico Memorial Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
MSGR Richard S Amico Memorial Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $300,000 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$300,000
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1,867
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $245,000 the year before.
47% 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 | $175,000 | 29 | $497,809 |
| 2024 | $245,000 | 29 | $288,977 |
| 2025 | $300,000 | 35 | $1,867 |
How to apply
MSGR Richard S Amico Memorial 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.
What MSGR Richard S Amico Memorial Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 35 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nativity Miguel Middle School of Buffalo | Program services | $15,000 |
| Catholic Academy of West Buffalo | Program services | $10,000 |
| Catholic Centeral Helping Hands Food Pantry | Program services | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Buffalo | Program services | $10,000 |
| Compass House | Program services | $10,000 |
| Erie Regional Housing Development Corporation | Program services | $10,000 |
| Family Promise of Western New York | Program services | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Night People | Program services | $10,000 |
| Grace Guest House Inc | Program services | $10,000 |
| Harvest House Buffalo Inc | Program services | $10,000 |
| Heart Love & Soul Inc | Program services | $10,000 |
| Journey's End Refugee Services Inc | Program services | $10,000 |
| Little Portion Friary | Program services | $10,000 |
| Our Lady of Victory National Shrine & Basilica | Program services | $10,000 |
| Peaceprints Prison Ministry | Program services | $10,000 |
| Per Niente Inc | Program services | $10,000 |
| Plymouth Crossroads | Program services | $10,000 |
| Response to Love | Program services | $10,000 |
| Sister Mary Josette Food Pantry at Felician Community Center | Program services | $10,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace Inc | Program services | $10,000 |
| St Lawrence Vineyard Ministries Inc | Program services | $10,000 |
| St Luke's Mission of Mercy | Program services | $10,000 |
| Teachers Desk Inc | Program services | $10,000 |
| West Side Community Services Inc | Program services | $10,000 |
| Bison Children's Scholarship Fund Inc | Program services | $5,000 |
| Buffalo City Mission | Program services | $5,000 |
| Foundation of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo Ny | Program services | $5,000 |
| Foundation of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo Ny | Program services | $5,000 |
| Lighthouse International Ministries | Program services | $5,000 |
| Olv Charities | Program services | $5,000 |
| Rachel Warrior Foundation | Program services | $5,000 |
| Retirement Fund for Religious | Program services | $5,000 |
| Sisters of Social Service | Program services | $5,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul of Buffalo | Program services | $5,000 |
| The Franciscan Center Inc | Program services | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael A Ervolina Jr
- Richard C Arena
- Cheryl Arena
- Patricia Tufillaro
- Joan Ess
Questions people ask
Does MSGR Richard S Amico Memorial Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does MSGR Richard S Amico Memorial Charitable Trust give?
$300,000 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs MSGR Richard S Amico Memorial Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael A Ervolina Jr (Trustee/President), Richard C Arena (Trustee/Treasurer), Cheryl Arena (Trustee) and Patricia Tufillaro (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does MSGR Richard S Amico Memorial Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.