The Rose Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rose Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $125,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$125,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$31.0 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 | $1.1 million | 8 | $24.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 6 | $31.0 million |
How to apply
The 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.
What The Rose Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 4 | $910,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $150,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Youth Villages Foundation Inc | Unrestricted contribution for the furtherance of the qualified charity's mission | $500,000 |
| Youth Villages Foundation Inc | Unrestricted contribution for the furtherance of the qualified charity's mission | $350,000 |
| Atlanta Youth Soccer Association Inc | Unrestricted contribution for the furtherance of the qualified charity's mission | $150,000 |
| University of Notre Dame du Lac | Unrestricted contribution for the furtherance of the qualified charity's mission | $100,000 |
| Church Health Center of Memphis Inc | Unrestricted contribution for the furtherance of the qualified charity's mission | $50,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Memphis | Unrestricted contribution for the furtherance of the qualified charity's mission | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gabrielle E Rose
- Morgan D Rose
- Matthew D Rose
- Elizabeth Rose
- McKenzie Fields
- Debra J Fields
Questions people ask
Does The Rose Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rose Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $125,000.
Who runs The Rose Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gabrielle E Rose (President), Morgan D Rose (Treasurer), Matthew D Rose (Secretary) and Elizabeth Rose (Chairperson) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Rose Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.