Bob A Ross Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bob A Ross Foundation Inc is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $519,639 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$519,639
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $449,117 the year before.
31% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $383,375 | 27 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $449,117 | 31 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $519,639 | 29 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Bob A Ross Foundation Inc 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 Bob A Ross Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 25 | $423,639 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $91,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Opera | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
| San Francisco Opera | Unrestricted | $46,000 |
| GLBT Historical Society | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| San Francisco Ballet Association | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Yerba Buena Center for the Arts | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| San Francisco Gay Mens Chorus | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| San Francisco Symphony | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| KDFC Classical Radio | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Larkin Street Youth Services | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Lensic Performing Arts Center | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Frameline | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Queer Arts Featured | Unrestricted | $16,200 |
| Chanticleer | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Giants Community Fund | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| New Conservatory Theatre | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Openhouse | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Philiharmonia Baroque | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| San Francisco LGBT Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| San Francisco Pride | Unrestricted | $7,439 |
| Old Santa Fe Association | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Mensa Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Opera Parallele | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Richmondermet AIDS Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Rose Pak Community Fund | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Theatre Rhinoceros | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Gapa Fund | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Tenderloin Tessie Holiday Dinners | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Barechest Calendar | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas E Horn
- Paul Melbostad
- Matthew Goudeau
Questions people ask
Does Bob A Ross Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bob A Ross Foundation Inc give?
$519,639 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Bob A Ross Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas E Horn (President), Paul Melbostad (Secretary) and Matthew Goudeau (Cfo).
What does Bob A Ross Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.