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Caruso Family Foundation is a private corporation based in LOS ANGELES, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1991. The principal officer is Rick Caruso. It holds total assets of $36K. Annual income is reported at $5.7M. Total assets have decreased from $1.1M in 2011 to $36K in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2018 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in California. According to available records, Caruso Family Foundation has made 144 grants totaling $20.4M, with a median grant of $25K. The foundation has distributed between $4M and $7.1M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $7.1M distributed across 52 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $2.2M, with an average award of $141K. The foundation has supported 88 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Indiana, New York, which account for 91% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 10 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
No specific application information is available for this foundation. Check the 990-PF filings below for application guidelines, or visit the foundation's website if listed above.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$186K
Largest Grant
$2M
Based on 27 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Caruso Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 144 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, IN, NY.
Caruso Family Foundation has distributed a total of $20.4M across 144 grants. The median grant size is $25K, with an average of $141K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $2.2M.
Caruso Family Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (954317077) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Caruso Family Foundation is headquartered in LOS ANGELES, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 10 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tina P Caruso | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Marc A Caruso | VICE PRESIDENT/TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Christina J Caruso | VICE PRESIDENT/TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Rick J Caruso | PRESIDENT/TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$36K
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
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Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
144
Total Giving
$20.4M
Average Grant
$141K
Median Grant
$25K
Unique Recipients
88
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Education FoundationGENERAL OPERATIONS | Evansville, IN | $143K | 2023 |
| Strive FoundationGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Pepperdine UniversityGENERAL OPERATIONS | Malibu, CA | $2.2M | 2023 |
| Operation Progress Student Assistance FoundationGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $275K | 2023 |
| Para Los NinosGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $256K | 2023 |
| Loyola High School Of Los AngelesGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $250K | 2023 |
| Baby2babyMAUI WILDFIRE DONATION AND GENERAL DONATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $110K | 2023 |
| St Lawrence Of Brindisi ChurchGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $106K | 2023 |
| Hoag Hospital FoundationGENERAL OPERATIONS | Newport Beach, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| St Monica SchoolsGENERAL OPERATIONS | Santa Monica, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| Kering Foundation In The Americas IncCARING FOR WOMEN EVENT | New York, NY | $100K | 2023 |
| Friends Of United Hatzalah IncDONATION FOR AMBUCAR | New York, NY | $75K | 2023 |
| American Friends Of Magen David AdornGENERAL OPERATIONS | New York, NY | $58K | 2023 |
| Beyond DifferencesGENERAL OPERATIONS | San Rafael, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| A Chance For Children FoundationCATERING FOR EVENT | Malibu, CA | $48K | 2023 |
| Save The Children Federation IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Fairfield, CT | $26K | 2023 |
| Doctors Without BordersGENERAL OPERATIONS | New York, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| Avas Heart IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Beverly Hills, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Coro Southern CaliforniaCORO CRYSTAL EAGLE AWARDS GALA | Los Angeles, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| George Lopez FoundationSPONSORSHIP OF GOLF CLASSIC AND PRE PARTY CELEBRATION | Woodland Hills, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department FoundationGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $22K | 2023 |
| Usc Alumni AssociationSPONSORSHIP OF ANNUAL ALUMNI AWARDS | Los Angeles, CA | $13K | 2023 |
| The People ConcernGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $12K | 2023 |
| Community InitiativesGENERAL OPERATIONS | Oakland, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Los Angeles Boys And Girls ClubSPONSORSHIP OF DRIVING DREAMS EVENT | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Churches In For ActionCHAPLAIN'S BANQUET | Anthem, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Learning Rights Law CenterGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Downtown Women'S CenterGALA SPONSORSHIP | Amarillo, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Parents Of Watts Working With Youth And Adults IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Altamed Health Services CorporationSUMMER DREAMS FESTIVAL EVENT | Los Angeles, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Friends Of MarquezMARQUEZ CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AUCTION | Pacific Palisades, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Search To Involve Pilipino AmericansGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| The Watts 2 Boston FoundationSUNDAYS' EVENT | Westwood, MA | $3K | 2023 |
| Ladmc FoundationSPONSORSHIP FOR GALA | Los Angeles, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Our Lady Of Guadalupe SchoolSUPPORT COLOR RUN AND FIELD TRIP | Los Angeles, CA | $2K | 2023 |
| Little Italy Of Los Angeles Association2023 ITALY RUN 5K SPONSORSHIP | San Pedro, CA | $2K | 2023 |
| County Of Santa BarbaraDEBRIS FLOW ANNIVERSARY CATERING | Santa Barbara, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Lincoln Heights Tutorial ProgramHOLIDAY PARADE & FESTIVAL | Los Angeles, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Saint Benedict'S Italian CatholicSUPPORT SAINT JOSEPH'S TABLE EVENT | Montebello, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Nationwide Childrens Hospital FoundationBENEFIT RAISING AWARENESS FOR MENTAL HEALTH | Columbus, OH | $1K | 2023 |
| Cancer Support Community Los AngelesGENERAL OPERATIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Los Angeles Italian American Golf AssociationGOLD SPONSORSHIP FOR BOYS & GIRLS CLUB | Newbury Park, CA | $1K | 2023 |
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