Rosso Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rosso Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rancho Santa Fe, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $275,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$275,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2025 was up from $816,981 the year before.
48% of its 2025 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 | $740,435 | 28 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $816,981 | 25 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 23 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Rosso 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 Rosso Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $1.0 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,600 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scripps Health Foundation | Operations | $275,000 |
| The Bishop's School | Operations | $220,100 |
| San Diego Symphony | Operations | $188,000 |
| San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance | Operations | $110,000 |
| San Diego Padres Foundation | Operations | $56,800 |
| La Jolla Country Day School | Operations | $40,000 |
| The New Children's Museum | Operations | $40,000 |
| Salvation Army Womens Aux Sawa Wod | Operations | $20,300 |
| Santa Fe Christian Schools | Operations | $20,000 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art | Operations | $20,000 |
| Marantha Christian School | Operations | $16,300 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Operations | $15,000 |
| Kellogg Sch of Mgmt | Operations | $10,000 |
| University of Southern California | Operations | $10,000 |
| Cap Giving | Operations | $8,000 |
| Luskin Ortho Inst for Children | Operations | $2,000 |
| St Spyridon Greek Festival | Operations | $1,600 |
| Neurales 360 | Operations | $1,000 |
| Gary Senise Foundation | Operations | $500 |
| Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank | Operations | $500 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Operations | $500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospit | Operations | $500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Louis T Rosso
- Maura P Rosso
- Thomas Rosso
- Kim Sherman
- Nancy Kalamaris
Questions people ask
Does Rosso Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rosso Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Rosso Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Louis T Rosso (Chairman), Maura P Rosso (President), Thomas Rosso (Director) and Kim Sherman (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Rosso Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.