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Sears Family Foundation Trust Of Rome New York is a private trust based in ROME, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1995. It holds total assets of $1.7M. Annual income is reported at $368K. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in New York. According to available records, Sears Family Foundation Trust Of Rome New York has made 76 grants totaling $393K, with a median grant of $4K. Annual giving has grown from $96K in 2020 to $189K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $450 to $20K, with an average award of $5K. The foundation has supported 23 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in New York. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$450
Median Grant
$4K
Average Grant
$5K
Largest Grant
$14K
Based on 21 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.
Sears Family Foundation Trust Of Rome New York primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 76 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY.
Sears Family Foundation Trust Of Rome New York has distributed a total of $393K across 76 grants. The median grant size is $4K, with an average of $5K. Individual grants have ranged from $450 to $20K.
Sears Family Foundation Trust Of Rome New York typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Sears Family Foundation Trust Of Rome New York is headquartered in ROME, NY.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dennis Violante | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jonathan Sears | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$1.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$1.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
76
Total Giving
$393K
Average Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$4K
Unique Recipients
23
Most Common Grant
$3K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rome Health FoundationCAPITAL EXPENDITURES; RECRUITMENT OF PHYSICIANS, INVEST STATE OF ART EQUIPMENT | Rome, NY | $20K | 2022 |
| Hospice Care IncOFFSET COSTS FOR MEDS, SUPPLIES, AND EQUIPMENT AND TRANSPORTATION | New Hartford, NY | $11K | 2022 |
| Jervis Public LibraryDIGITAL AUDIOBOOKS | Rome, NY | $10K | 2022 |
| Abraham HouseUPDATES AT ROME LOCATION | Utica, NY | $9K | 2022 |
| Rome Cemetery AssociationREMOVAL OF TREES | Rome, NY | $7K | 2022 |
| Rome College FoundationSTAR/BOCES/MID CAREER PROGRAMS | Rome, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Boy Scouts Of AmericaRENOVATION OF "THE BIKE BARN" | Utica, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Rotary Club Of Rome NyCHRISTMAS PARTY/CANALFEST AAS SCHOLARSHIPS | Rome, NY | $4K | 2022 |
| American Red CrossBLOOD SERVICES | Albany, NY | $4K | 2022 |
| Capitol TheatreORGAN RESTORATION | Rome, NY | $4K | 2022 |
| Rome Art & Community CenterONE FULL COLOR COPY MACHINE | Rome, NY | $3K | 2022 |
| Humane Society Of Rome IncTWO OUTDOOR STORAGE SHEDS TO HOLD SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT | Rome, NY | $3K | 2022 |
| Senior Citizen Council Of Rome Ny Inccopper City Community FndnFACILITY REPAIRS | Rome, NY | $3K | 2022 |
| Rome Community Concert Band2023 PROGRAMMING OF ALLIANCE CLASSICAL PLAYERS | Rome, NY | $2K | 2022 |
| Dollars For Scholars2- $1,000 SCHOLARSHIPS | Rome, NY | $2K | 2022 |
| The Keys ProgramMUSICAL THERAPY SESSIONS TO HOSPITAL PATIENTS | Sherrill, NY | $1K | 2022 |
| Cure Sanfilippo Foundation7TH ANNUAL FUNDRAISER FOR A CURE | Rome, NY | $500 | 2022 |
| Wreaths Across AmericaWREATHS FOR GRAVES OF VETERANS | Ava, NY | $450 | 2022 |
| Rome Historical SocietyREPLACE 2 EMERGENCY EXIT DOORS | Rome, NY | $5K | 2021 |
| The Salvation ArmyRED KETTLE CAMPAIGN | Rome, NY | $2K | 2021 |