Richard and Gina Santori Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyLisle, Illinois · EIN 27-4530123 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $6,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
30% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Public Library Foundation | Aurora, IL | Literacy programs | $20,000 |
| Waubonsee Community College Foundation | Sugar Grove, IL | Scholarship program | $8,500 |
| Aopa Foundation | Frederick, MD | Scholarship program | $6,000 |
| St John Cantius | Chicago, IL | General support | $5,500 |
| Lewis University Foundation | Romeoville, IL | Scholarship program | $5,000 |
| The Rural Education of Cambodia Inc | Ridgewood, NJ | English/Computer program | $4,515 |
| Chicago Area Chapter of the Ninety-Nines | Grayslake, IL | Scholarship program | $3,000 |
| College of Dupage Foundation | Glen Ellyn, IL | Scholarship program | $2,500 |
| St Stephen King of Hungary Roman Catholic Mission | Chicago, IL | General support | $500 |
| Unlimited Chance Ranch | Dripping Springs, TX | Animal care | $500 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($1,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $57,515 | 11 |
| 2024 | $77,970 | 8 |
| 2023 | $20,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611639349100726
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-4530123
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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