Thomas a and Georgina T Russo Foundation
Invitation OnlyLancaster, Pennsylvania · EIN 20-3980555 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$668K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$27.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $37,500 and $76,614.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
0% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancasterhistoryorg | Lancaster, PA | Charitable distribution | $250,000 |
| Lancaster General Health Foundation | Lancaster, PA | Charitable distribution | $102,700 |
| Hospice and Community Care | Lancaster, PA | Charitable distribution | $76,614 |
| Mount Gretna School of Art | Mt Gretna, PA | Charitable distribution | $71,500 |
| Lancaster Science Factory | Lancaster, PA | Charitable distribution | $50,000 |
| Nakedeye Inc | Lancaster, PA | Charitable distribution | $40,000 |
| Horizons at Lcds | Lancaster, PA | Charitable distribution | $37,500 |
| Susquehanna Service Dogs | Grantville, PA | Charitable distribution | $25,000 |
| Music for Everyone | Lancaster, PA | Charitable distribution | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $668,314 | 9 |
| 2023 | $808,280 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503169349102940
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-3980555
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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