Alfred & Frances Ross Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Alfred & Frances Ross Foundation is a private foundation in Palm City, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$35,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$707,819
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $35,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $32,300 | 2 | $700,469 |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 2 | $702,207 |
| 2025 | $35,000 | 2 | $707,819 |
How to apply
Alfred & Frances Ross 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 Alfred & Frances Ross Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Sparrow Foundationsparrow Health System | Charitable and/or educational purposes | $25,000 |
| The Ohio State University Foundation Office of the Treasurerendowment Admi | Charitable and/or educational purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ilsa E Leonhart
- Susan E Leonhart Schuster
- Cynthia Leonhart Bosela
Questions people ask
Does Alfred & Frances Ross Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alfred & Frances Ross Foundation give?
$35,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Alfred & Frances Ross Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ilsa E Leonhart (Executive Director), Susan E Leonhart Schuster (Trustee) and Cynthia Leonhart Bosela (Trustee).
What does Alfred & Frances Ross Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.