The Christian and Katharine Roth Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Christian and Katharine Roth Family Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $74,813 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $600 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$74,813
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$600
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2024 was up from $69,355 the year before.
48% 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 | $69,355 | 24 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $74,813 | 29 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Christian and Katharine Roth 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 The Christian and Katharine Roth Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 6 | $32,264 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,500 |
| Maine | 7 | $8,862 |
| Virginia | 2 | $8,700 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $7,100 |
| New York | 8 | $6,757 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $105 |
| California | 1 | $25 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwich Academy | General fund contribution | $25,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | General fund contribution | $10,500 |
| St Anne's Belfield School | General fund contribution | $8,200 |
| University of Pennsylvania | General fund contribution | $7,000 |
| Brunswick School | General fund contribution | $5,250 |
| Camp O-At-Ka Inc | General fund contribution | $4,500 |
| Human Rights Watch Inc | General fund contribution | $2,500 |
| Good Shepherd Food Bank | General fund contribution | $1,262 |
| Focus | General fund contribution | $1,258 |
| Roundabout Theater Co | General fund contribution | $1,250 |
| New York Public Radio | General fund contribution | $1,100 |
| Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences | General fund contribution | $1,000 |
| Hope and Heroes | General fund contribution | $1,000 |
| Boothbay Region Historical Society | General fund contribution | $750 |
| Boothbay Region YMCA | General fund contribution | $600 |
| Harbor Theater | General fund contribution | $500 |
| MSK | General fund contribution | $500 |
| Sweet Briar College | General fund contribution | $500 |
| Fleur de Lis Camp | General fund contribution | $500 |
| Meals on Wheels | General fund contribution | $256 |
| Coastal Maine Botanical | General fund contribution | $250 |
| Greenwich Library | General fund contribution | $250 |
| Waterside School Inc | General fund contribution | $250 |
| Wnyc WQXR NJPR | General fund contribution | $200 |
| Usrowingorg | General fund contribution | $105 |
| Fiasco Theater LTD | General fund contribution | $104 |
| Town Hall Foundation | General fund contribution | $103 |
| The Flagship Niagara League | General fund contribution | $100 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | General fund contribution | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Christian G Roth IV
- Katharine M Roth
Questions people ask
Does The Christian and Katharine Roth Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Christian and Katharine Roth Family Foundation give?
$74,813 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $600.
Who runs The Christian and Katharine Roth Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Christian G Roth IV (President) and Katharine M Roth (Secretary).
What does The Christian and Katharine Roth Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.