Thomas A and Georgina T Russo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas A and Georgina T Russo Foundation is a private foundation in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $668,314 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$668,314
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$27.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $808,280 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $808,280 | 13 | $24.2 million |
| 2024 | $668,314 | 9 | $27.3 million |
How to apply
Thomas A and Georgina T Russo 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 Thomas A and Georgina T Russo Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $668,314 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lancasterhistoryorg | Charitable distribution | $250,000 |
| Lancaster General Health Foundation | Charitable distribution | $102,700 |
| Hospice and Community Care | Charitable distribution | $76,614 |
| Mount Gretna School of Art | Charitable distribution | $71,500 |
| Lancaster Science Factory | Charitable distribution | $50,000 |
| Nakedeye Inc | Charitable distribution | $40,000 |
| Horizons at LCDS | Charitable distribution | $37,500 |
| Susquehanna Service Dogs | Charitable distribution | $25,000 |
| Music for Everyone | Charitable distribution | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas A Russo
- Georgina T Russo
Questions people ask
Does Thomas A and Georgina T Russo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas A and Georgina T Russo Foundation give?
$668,314 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Thomas A and Georgina T Russo Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas A Russo (Trustee) and Georgina T Russo (Trustee).
What does Thomas A and Georgina T Russo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and arts and culture.