The Oros Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Oros Foundation is a private foundation in Madison, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $225,000 and the largest $510,600. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.0 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$225,000
- Largest grant$510,600
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $365,000 the year before.
80% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $242,800 | 8 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $365,000 | 3 | $4.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 5 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
The Oros Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 4 | $768,100 |
| Georgia | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samford University | Charitable | $510,600 |
| International Leadership Institute | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Center for Advancemnet of Nextgen Deaf | Charitable | $225,000 |
| Lincoln Village Ministires | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Wise | Charitable | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrea Pauli Hill
- Steven Scott Hill
- Jessica H Hissam
- Jared C Hill
- Julianne G Hill
Questions people ask
Does The Oros Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Oros Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $225,000.
Who runs The Oros Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrea Pauli Hill (President), Steven Scott Hill (Secretary Treasurer), Jessica H Hissam (Director) and Jared C Hill (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.