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Our History
Richard and Margaret Romano were born and raised in the Chicago area, both by first generation American parents. They came from very modest households where it was not customary to attain degrees beyond a high school diploma. Richard and Margaret believed in the value of education and hard work and continued to support one another’s professional ambitions while raising their three children. Margaret became a teacher in Chicago Public Schools and Richard, despite earning a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, partnered with his brother to start their own investment firm in 1962.
Our Grantees
The Richard and Margaret Romano Trust proudly supports individuals and organizations dedicated to creating meaningful, positive change. Our grantees are driven by purpose, compassion, and a commitment to inspiring others through their work. By investing in their vision and impact, we aim to strengthen communities, encourage innovation, and help transformative ideas grow into lasting change.
LEARN
Founded in 2001, LEARN is an innovative network of tuition-free, high performing college prep public elementary schools open to all students.
SHORE
Shore’s mission is to improve the quality of life for persons with intellectual and other developmental disabilities through educational, residential, vocational
Our Trustees
Get in Touch
We welcome inquiries from individuals and organizations aligned with the mission of the Richard and Margaret Romano Trust. Whether you have questions about our funding focus, application process, or general information, we encourage you to reach out. Our team is happy to connect and provide guidance where possible.
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