The Royso Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Royso Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $345,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$345,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $810,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $1.7 million | 5 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $810,000 | 5 | $7.0 million |
| 2025 | $345,000 | 6 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
The Royso 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 2 | $275,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $35,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $25,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho Basecamp | Capital campaign and general support | $250,000 |
| Massachusetts Insitutes of Tech | Mit sloan annual fund and general support | $25,000 |
| Sun Valley Summer Symphony Inc - Sun Valley Music Festival | General support | $25,000 |
| Kieve Wavus Education Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Haymakers for Hope Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue | 2025 great futures day and general support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Rowell
- Alexis Rowell
Questions people ask
Does The Royso Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Royso Foundation give?
$345,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Royso Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Rowell (Director) and Alexis Rowell (President, Secretary, Treas., Director).