Root Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Root Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ormond Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $883,500 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$883,500
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$9.7 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $450,500 the year before.
57% 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 | $450,500 | 38 | $9.4 million |
| 2024 | $883,500 | 37 | $9.7 million |
How to apply
Root 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 Root Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 25 | $734,000 |
| Hawaii | 4 | $63,500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $35,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $8,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $6,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Museum of Arts & Sciences | Operational | $500,000 |
| Hearts for Moms | Operational | $50,000 |
| Ocearch | Operational | $50,000 |
| Jae Foundation | Operational | $35,000 |
| La'akea Foundation | Operational | $32,500 |
| Rowdy Rodeo | Operational | $25,000 |
| United Way of Volusiaflagler | Operational | $25,000 |
| Vigo County Historical Society | Operational | $25,000 |
| Voices for Children | Operational | $25,000 |
| St Thomas Episcopal Church | Operational | $20,000 |
| Halifax Humane Society | Operational | $12,000 |
| Conklin Davis Center | Operational | $10,000 |
| Foxcroft School | Operational | $10,000 |
| American Heart Association | Operational | $7,000 |
| Pawlicious Poochie Pet Rescue | Operational | $7,000 |
| First Step Shelter | Operational | $6,000 |
| Wreaths Across America | Operational | $6,000 |
| Aloha Volleyball Association | Operational | $5,000 |
| Once Upon A Room - Summerlin | Operational | $5,000 |
| Volusia County Basket Brigade | Operational | $5,000 |
| Central Florida Council | Operational | $3,500 |
| Sma Healthcare Foundation | Operational | $3,500 |
| Catalyst Global Youth Initiative | Operational | $3,000 |
| Robert L Voges Memorial | Operational | $2,500 |
| Provision Packs Pantry | Operational | $2,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnels to Towers Foundation | Operational | $1,500 |
| Advocates for Survivors | Operational | $1,000 |
| Pregnancy Crisis Center | Operational | $1,000 |
| Seabury Hall - Maui Hawaii | Operational | $1,000 |
| Camp Boggy Creek | Operational | $500 |
| Daytona Dream Center | Operational | $500 |
| Flagler County Education Direct Support | Operational | $500 |
| K9 Line Inc | Operational | $500 |
| Rebos Club of NSB | Operational | $500 |
| Stetson University | Operational | $500 |
| The Jesus Clinic | Operational | $500 |
| Upstream | Operational | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Donna M Bartholomew
Questions people ask
Does Root Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Root Family Foundation give?
$883,500 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Root Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donna M Bartholomew (Trustee).
What does Root Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and human services.