Russo Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyCarlstadt, New Jersey · EIN 81-1485458 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$523K
Organizations funded29
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$320K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $15,200.
From the return
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
10% of grants went outside New Jersey.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany Church | Wyckoff, NJ | Offers worship, educational, and outreach programs as a christian community. | $129,600 |
| The Foundation for Eastern Christian School Association Inc | North Haledon, NJ | Provides financial assistance and promotes christian education at eastern christian. | $79,500 |
| All Stars Project Inc | New York, NY | Uses performance to transform the lives of underserved youth. | $58,750 |
| Meadowlands Area YMCA | East Rutherford, NJ | Provides health, wellness, and youth programs in the meadowlands area. | $55,000 |
| Bergen County Historical Society | River Edge, NJ | Preserves and promotes bergen county's history through education and outreach. | $25,000 |
| The Foundation at Njit | Newark, NJ | Supports new jersey institute of technology through fundraising, scholarships, research, and institutional priorities. | $25,000 |
| United Way of Northern New Jersey Inc | Cedar Knolls, NJ | Improves lives by addressing education, income, and health needs in communities. | $17,500 |
| Robert J Dinallo Memorial Scholarship Fund - Archdiocese of Newark | Montvale, NJ | Provides scholarships to students, supporting educational advancement. | $15,200 |
| Monmouth University | West Long Branch, NJ | Private university focused on higher education, student development, research, and community engagement. | $15,000 |
| Soup Kitchen 411 | Scotch Plains, NJ | Connects soup kitchens with donors and volunteers to combat food insecurity. | $15,000 |
| Bergen Community College Foundation | Paramus, NJ | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Essex Hudson & Union Counties Nj | Newark, NJ | Provides one-to-one youth mentoring relationships that help children achieve educational success, confidence, and life readiness. | $10,000 |
| Community Food Bank of New Jersey | Hillside, NJ | Fights hunger and poverty through food distribution and advocacy. | $10,000 |
| Patriot Healing Adventures | Saddle Brook, NJ | Supports veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders through outdoor, therapeutic, or wellness experiences that aid healing… | $10,000 |
| Greater Bergen | Hackensack, NJ | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Homes Fit for Heroes Inc | Ramsey, NJ | Helps veterans, first responders, or disabled individuals with home modifications, accessibility improvements, or housing assistance. | $5,000 |
| New Concepts for Living | Paramus, NJ | Nonprofit serving individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities through residential, day, and support services. | $5,000 |
| New Jersey Superior Officers | Vineland, NJ | Professional association representing superior-ranking law enforcement officers, focusing on advocacy, training, and member interests. | $5,000 |
| Northern New Jersey Council Boy Scouts of America Inc | Oakland, NJ | Offers youth development and leadership programs through scouting. | $5,000 |
| The Terri Roemer Paramus Run | Paramus, NJ | Community fundraising run/walk event raising money and awareness for charitable causes. | $5,000 |
| Martinez Family Foundation | Harrington Park, NJ | Charitable organization making grants to selected nonprofit and community causes. | $3,750 |
| Spanish Health Ministry Inc | Kennett Square, PA | Assists spanish-speaking families in accessing health care. | $3,000 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma | Cranford, NJ | Funds blood cancer research and provides patient support, advocacy, and education. | $2,500 |
| Friends of Hoboken Dual | Hoboken, NJ | Likely community support organization connected to hoboken public school dual-language or educational enrichment programs. public… | $2,000 |
| Paramus Fire Department | Paramus, NJ | Provides fire suppression, rescue response, emergency services, and fire prevention education to the community. | $2,000 |
| Oasis - a Heaven for Women and Children Inc | Paterson, NJ | Empowers women and children to break the cycle of poverty through support programs. | $1,400 |
| Dmr Foundation | Hasbrouck Heights, NJ | Private charitable foundation providing grants or donations to community, educational, health, or charitable causes. | $1,000 |
| Winslow Therapeutic Riding Unlimited Inc | Warwick, NY | Offers therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with disabilities. | $1,000 |
| Spectrum for Living | River Vale, NJ | Supports adults with developmental disabilities through housing, vocational opportunities, and life-enrichment services. | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $522,700 | 29 |
| 2024 | $735,275 | 32 |
| 2023 | $560,900 | 27 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621949349100452
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-1485458
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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