William and Mary Ross Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William and Mary Ross Foundation is a private foundation in Tucson, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $775,220 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $250,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$775,220
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$14.2 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $789,536 the year before.
60% of its 2024 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 | $789,536 | 20 | $13.5 million |
| 2024 | $775,220 | 15 | $14.2 million |
How to apply
William and Mary Ross 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 William and Mary Ross Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 12 | $640,220 |
| California | 2 | $105,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Calvary Chapel Christian Schools | Program support | $250,000 |
| St John Xxii Catholic School Community | Program support | $116,000 |
| Magnolia Project | Program support | $80,000 |
| University of Arizona Foundation | Program support | $80,000 |
| Assistance League of Tucson | Program support | $35,420 |
| Tucson Festival of Books | Program support | $35,000 |
| St John South Catholic | Program support | $30,000 |
| Coronado Hospital Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| Humane Society of Southern Arizona | Program support | $25,000 |
| Salpointe Catholic Education Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| TMC Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| Tucson Conquistadores Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army | Program support | $15,000 |
| St Augustine Catholic High School | Program support | $5,000 |
| St Thomas the Apostle | Program support | $3,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane Garigan
- Jim Click Jr
Questions people ask
Does William and Mary Ross Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William and Mary Ross Foundation give?
$775,220 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs William and Mary Ross Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jane Garigan (President/Vp/Treas/Sec) and Jim Click Jr (Board Member).
What does William and Mary Ross Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.