Ernest & Irma Rose Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ernest & Irma Rose Foundation is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $220,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$220,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $200,000 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 | $210,000 | 7 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 4 | $4.4 million |
| 2025 | $220,000 | 5 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Ernest & Irma Rose 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Ernest & Irma Rose Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $220,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Orange County | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Orange County | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Orange County Music & Dance | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Orange County Music & Dance | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Orange County Music & Dance | General operating support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas K Freeman
- Lynn Freeman
Questions people ask
Does Ernest & Irma Rose Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ernest & Irma Rose Foundation give?
$220,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Ernest & Irma Rose Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas K Freeman (President) and Lynn Freeman (Secretary, Treasurer).
What does Ernest & Irma Rose Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.