The LaRussa Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyAlamo, California · EIN 27-1521484 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $5,000.
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
61% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cat Town | Oakland, CA | Charity | $12,000 |
| Animal Rescue Corps | Washington, DC | Charity | $10,000 |
| Furever Feline Cate Rescue | Milwaukie, OR | Charity | $5,561 |
| Spike's K9 Fund | Virginia Beach, VA | Donation | $5,000 |
| Happy Cat Inc | Coram, NY | Charity | $4,000 |
| Animal Fix Clinic | Richmond, CA | Charity | $3,090 |
| Puppy Rescue Mission | Celina, TX | Charity | $3,061 |
| K9 Paw Print Rescue | Pittsburg, CA | Charity | $3,000 |
| Famous Fido Rescue and Adoption | Chicago, IL | Donation | $3,000 |
| Wags Whiskers Pet Rescue | Chico, CA | Charity | $2,500 |
| Nickel City Canine Rescue Inc | WIlliamsville, NY | Charity | $2,500 |
| Save A Kitty Inc | Canyon Country, CA | Charity | $2,000 |
| Arizona Chihuahua Rescue Inc | Mesa, AZ | Charity | $2,000 |
The return also lists 8 grants to individuals ($28,120). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $85,832 | 21 |
| 2024 | $84,000 | 20 |
| 2023 | $76,513 | 21 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601359349101395
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-1521484
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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