Roop Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Roop Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $746,614 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $373,307 and the largest $745,614. 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$746,614
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$373,307
- Largest grant$745,614
- Assets$16.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $643,700 the year before.
50% 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 | $256,700 | 1 | $13.6 million |
| 2024 | $643,700 | 1 | $15.1 million |
| 2025 | $746,614 | 2 | $16.0 million |
How to apply
Roop Family Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 1 | $745,614 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached Schedule | Support | $745,614 |
| NPO Hope Farm Inc | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Earl E Roop Jr
- Laury Roop
- Gerrie Clark
Questions people ask
Does Roop Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Roop Family Foundation Inc give?
$746,614 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $373,307.
Who runs Roop Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Earl E Roop Jr (Director and President), Laury Roop (Secretary and Director) and Gerrie Clark (Treasurer and Director).