The Wilfred M & Janet A Roof Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wilfred M & Janet A Roof Foundation is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $625,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $55,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$625,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$55,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$13.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $560,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $530,000 | 15 | $11.5 million |
| 2024 | $560,000 | 13 | $11.7 million |
| 2025 | $625,000 | 13 | $13.0 million |
How to apply
The Wilfred M & Janet A Roof 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.
What The Wilfred M & Janet A Roof Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $305,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $65,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $60,000 |
| New York | 1 | $55,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $55,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Childrens Hospital Foundation | General and unrestricted | $65,000 |
| Choc Foundation | General and unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | General and unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Childhelp | General and unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | General and unrestricted | $60,000 |
| St Jude Research Hospital | General and unrestricted | $55,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General and unrestricted | $55,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | General and unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Edify | General and unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Beyond Blindness | General and unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Alexs Lemonade Stand Foundation | General and unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Segerstrom Center for the Arts | General and unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Pacific Symphony | General and unrestricted | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey E Snyder
- Karen Neale
- Ralph Cassady
Questions people ask
Does The Wilfred M & Janet A Roof Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wilfred M & Janet A Roof Foundation give?
$625,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $55,000.
Who runs The Wilfred M & Janet A Roof Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey E Snyder (Director), Karen Neale (Director) and Ralph Cassady (Director).
What does The Wilfred M & Janet A Roof Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and arts and culture.