The Rock Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rock Foundation is a private foundation in North Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $63,000 and the largest $750,000. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$63,000
- Largest grant$750,000
- Assets$25.2 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
19% of its 2024 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 | $1.6 million | 16 | $10.7 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 16 | $25.2 million |
How to apply
The Rock 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 Rock Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $810,000 |
| California | 3 | $450,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $375,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $200,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $101,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $35,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $15,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | For cancer research, treatment, and patient care services. | $750,000 |
| Insead Management Education Foundation | For management education, scholarships, and development programs. | $275,000 |
| International Medical Corps | For providing medical relief and healthcare services in disaster and crisis situations. | $200,000 |
| Safe Project | For addiction recovery, mental health support, and public health education. | $200,000 |
| The Prostate Cancer Foundation | For prostate cancer research, education, and patient support. | $200,000 |
| Healthnetwork Foundation | For connecting individuals to medical care through a network of healthcare providers. | $100,000 |
| The Johns Hopkins Hospital | For support of the brady institute at the hospital | $100,000 |
| Nantucket Golf Club Foundation | For scholarships, youth programs, and community development initiatives. | $76,000 |
| Create Cures Foundation | For integrative and preventive medical research and education. | $50,000 |
| Manhattan Theatre Club | For supporting theater arts, performances, and educational programs. | $50,000 |
| Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation Inc | For strengthening surrounding communities by improving lives of neighbors | $35,000 |
| Smith College | For academic programs and scholarships at a private liberal arts college. | $25,000 |
| US Wrestling Federation | For promoting wrestling and providing support for athletes. | $15,000 |
| Dartmouth College | For academic programs, scholarships, and research at an ivy league institution. | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | For reproductive health services, advocacy, and education. | $10,000 |
| Bissell Pet Foundation | For animal welfare initiatives, focusing on pet adoption and reducing pet homelessness. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter O Scannell
- Jean Scannell
Questions people ask
Does The Rock Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rock Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $63,000.
Who runs The Rock Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter O Scannell (Trustee) and Jean Scannell (Trustee).
What does The Rock Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.