Theresa Alessandra Russo Foundation Inc
Historical FunderLido Beach, New York · EIN 11-3126316 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$145K
Organizations funded33
Typical grant$3,150
Total assets$3.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,969 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SUSAN RUSSO |
|---|---|
| Address | THERESA FOUNDATION 250 LIDO BLVD, LIDO BEACH NY 11561 |
| Phone | 5164320200 |
| Form and materials | SEE WEBSITE FOR GRANT APPLICATION. |
| Deadlines | NO |
| Restrictions | APPLICANTS MAY REQUEST AWARDS FOR CREATIVE ARTS AND RECREATION PROJECTS WHICH BENEFIT THE GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT AND GENERAL WELL BEING OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
36% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerebral Palsey Accociation of Nassau County Inc | Roosevelt, NY | To fund various programs | $16,000 |
| Horseability | Old Westbury, NY | To fund various programs | $10,100 |
| Jacobs Chance Inc | Richmond, VA | To fund various programs | $8,300 |
| Morgan's Wonderland | San Antonio, TX | To fund various programs | $7,500 |
| Tiles Center for the Performing Arts | Brookville, NY | To fund various programs | $6,000 |
| Bring on the Spectrum Inc | Albany, NY | To fund various programs | $5,650 |
| Hear Your Song Inc | New York, NY | To fund various programs | $5,000 |
| Nassau Parks Conservancy | East Meadow, NY | To fund various programs | $5,000 |
| Saint John's School of the Arts | Williamsport, PA | To fund various programs | $5,000 |
| Salt Lake Community College Foundation | Salt Lake City, UT | To fund various programs | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics of New York Inc | New York, NY | To fund various programs | $5,000 |
| Cartie Corporation | Shelton, CT | To fund various programs | $5,000 |
| New York City Ballet Inc | New York, NY | To fund various programs | $5,000 |
| Revolutions Dance Inc | Palm Harbor, FL | To fund various programs | $5,000 |
| Michigan Arts Access | Detroit, MI | To fund various programs | $4,400 |
| Nassau Suffolk Autism Society of America | Wantagh, NY | To fund various programs | $3,600 |
| The Theatre Within Inc | Forest Hills, NY | To fund various programs | $3,150 |
| Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation Inc | New York, NY | To fund various programs | $3,000 |
| Aspiring Attitudes | Oklahoma City, OK | To fund various programs | $3,000 |
| Kids Enjoy Exercise Now (Keen) Chicago | Chicago, IL | To fund various programs | $3,000 |
| Mephibosheth Farms Angelic Riders Inc | Marshville, NY | To fund various programs | $3,000 |
| National Dance Institute | New York, NY | To fund various programs | $3,000 |
| St Mary's Foundation for Children | Bayside, NY | To fund various programs | $3,000 |
| Down Syndrome Association of Central New Jersey Inc | Ewing, NJ | To fund various programs | $3,000 |
| Camp Abilities Brockport | Brockport, NY | To fund various programs | $2,969 |
| Camp Looking Glass | Greenville, MS | To fund various programs | $2,650 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | New York, NY | To fund various programs | $2,500 |
| Joyce Theater Foundation | New York, NY | To fund various programs | $2,500 |
| Pal of Mine Equestrian | Islandia, NY | To fund various programs | $2,500 |
| Share the Voice | Nesconset, NY | To fund various programs | $2,000 |
| Poudre Public Schools | Fort Collins, CO | To fund public schools | $1,600 |
| Baby Fingers LLC | New York, NY | To fund various programs | $1,500 |
| Long Island High for the Arts | Syosset, NY | To fund various programs | $1,100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $145,019 | 33 |
| 2023 | $145,861 | 27 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522509349100702
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 11-3126316
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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