Russo & Dwyer Charitable Fdn
Preselected recipients only
Russo & Dwyer Charitable Fdn is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$35,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $57,000 the year before.
29% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $57,000 | 8 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $35,000 | 7 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Russo & Dwyer Charitable Fdn 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $26,000 |
| California | 2 | $7,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Calvary Fund of Calvary Hospital | Daily operational support | $12,000 |
| Head Injury Association | Daily operational support | $5,000 |
| Pathfinder Village Foundation | Support for daily operation | $5,000 |
| One in Long Beach Inc | Support for daily operation | $5,000 |
| Citizens Options Unlimited Inc | Daily operational support | $4,000 |
| Boston College Co Kelly Lepley | Support for daily operation | $2,000 |
| LGBTQ Center Orange County | Support for daily operation | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marietta Savino
- Karen Nepote
- Barbara Jones
- Rhonda Drake
- Mark Thornburg
Questions people ask
Does Russo & Dwyer Charitable Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Russo & Dwyer Charitable Fdn give?
$35,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Russo & Dwyer Charitable Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists Marietta Savino (Co-Trustee), Karen Nepote (Co-Trustee), Barbara Jones (Co-Trustee) and Rhonda Drake (Co-Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.