The Larosa Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Larosa Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $284,250 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$284,250
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$480,425
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $127,500 the year before.
64% 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 | $172,500 | 5 | $189,433 |
| 2024 | $127,500 | 8 | $307,288 |
| 2025 | $284,250 | 11 | $480,425 |
How to apply
The Larosa 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Larosa Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 11 | $284,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Golden Gloves | Programming | $200,000 |
| Freestore Foodbank | Summer meals | $40,000 |
| Lasalle High School | Wrestling room | $10,000 |
| Seton High School | Athletic complex | $10,000 |
| Mt St Joseph | Project ready | $5,000 |
| Clovernook Center for the Blind | Programming | $5,000 |
| The Jeff Ruby Foundation | Programming | $5,000 |
| Big Brothersbig Sisters of Greater Cincinnati | Programming | $3,000 |
| Saint Ursula Academy | Annual fundraiser | $2,500 |
| St Xavier High School | Annual fundraiser | $2,500 |
| Inner City Youth Oportunities | Programming | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Nicholas Larosa
- Mark Larosa
- Michael Larosa
- Christina Larosa
- Suzie Pfeiffer
Questions people ask
Does The Larosa Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Larosa Family Foundation give?
$284,250 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Larosa Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nicholas Larosa (Director), Mark Larosa (President), Michael Larosa (Secretary) and Christina Larosa (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Larosa Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.