Gross Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gross Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Vail, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,700 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$94,700
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,800 the year before.
25% 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 | $74,000 | 14 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $65,800 | 13 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $94,700 | 16 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Gross Family 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 Gross Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 8 | $72,600 |
| Nebraska | 3 | $12,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $4,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $3,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $1,600 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| B'nai Vail Congregation | Annual appeal | $40,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | Annual appeal | $10,000 |
| Nebraska Statewide Arboretum Inc | Annual appeal | $10,000 |
| Vail Valley Charitable Fund | Annual appeal | $10,000 |
| Mountain Recreation Foundation | Annual appeal | $4,000 |
| Saint Albert Catholic Schools | Annual appeal | $4,000 |
| Jewish Community Center - Chabad Vail | Annual appeal | $3,600 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Annual appeal | $3,000 |
| Cues Fund | Annual appeal | $2,000 |
| Vail Health Foundation | Annual appeal | $2,000 |
| American Indian College Fund | Annual appeal | $2,000 |
| Energy Outreach Colorado | Annual appeal | $1,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Annual appeal | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Annual appeal | $1,000 |
| National Child Safety Council | Annual appeal | $600 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Annual appeal | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David H Gross
- Pamela J Kahn Gross
- Greta Gross
- Julie Gross
- Stephanie Gross
Questions people ask
Does Gross Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gross Family Foundation Inc give?
$94,700 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Gross Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists David H Gross (President), Pamela J Kahn Gross (Treasurer), Greta Gross (Director) and Julie Gross (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Gross Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and education.