Rossi Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rossi Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pacific Grove, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $152,150 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$152,150
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2024 was up from $117,400 the year before.
74% 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 | $117,400 | 9 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $152,150 | 19 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Rossi Family 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 Rossi Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $129,400 |
| Michigan | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco State University | Endow a fellowship | $25,000 |
| Chadtough Defeat Dipg Foundation | To fund promising pediatric brain cancer research | $15,000 |
| Community Action Marin | To increase free tax prep for low income people | $15,000 |
| Arthritis Research Coalition | Arthritis research and education | $12,400 |
| City Hope San Francisco | To provide sanctuary through our Community Center | $11,000 |
| Children of Strength | To provide food for the feeding program | $10,000 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | To inspire conservation of the ocean | $10,000 |
| Gathering for Women | to provide emergency shelter for single women | $8,000 |
| Treepeople | To provide outdoor environmental science learning | $8,000 |
| Yosemite Conservancy | Annual Support | $7,500 |
| El Timpano | To equip Latino immigrant communities with tools | $5,000 |
| Independent Shakespeare Company Inc | Support providing free Shakespeare in LA | $5,000 |
| Pinecone the Pied Council | to present preserve and promote traditional music | $5,000 |
| Southern California Counseling Cent | To provide youth with counseling for fire trauma | $5,000 |
| Stand Up Placer | To save lives by standing up to domestic violence | $4,000 |
| Bay Area Rescue Mission | To provide assistance to bay area homeless | $2,500 |
| Water for Good | To provide clean water and hygiene rural training | $2,500 |
| The Compassionate Friends of Marin | To provide outdoor environmental science learning | $1,000 |
| Trinity University | In support of the golf teams | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Merilee Rossi
- Taylor Valentino
- Craig Hall Rossi
- Janeen Tuitupou
- Keeley Valentino
- Safford J Rossi
- Lizabeth Schuetz
- Silas Valentino
Questions people ask
Does Rossi Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rossi Family Foundation give?
$152,150 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Rossi Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Merilee Rossi (Board Member), Taylor Valentino (Board Member), Craig Hall Rossi (Treasurer) and Janeen Tuitupou (President) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Rossi Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and environment and conservation.