The Rosenthal Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Rosenthal Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $502,250 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$502,250
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$12.5 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $494,197 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 | $494,197 | 22 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $502,250 | 25 | $12.5 million |
How to apply
The Rosenthal 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.
What The Rosenthal Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 22 | $495,750 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Town Branch Park Inc | Contribution to fund the creation of a community dog park (final pledge payment) | $300,000 |
| Transylvania University | To fund rosenthal complex renovation pledge (pmt. 3 of 3) | $100,000 |
| Child Development Center of the Bluegrass | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $50,000 |
| Temple Adath Israel | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $20,000 |
| Transylvania University | To fund the rosenthal scholarship | $5,000 |
| University of Kentucky | Contribution to 501(c)(3) charity to fund rosenthal scholarship | $5,000 |
| Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $5,000 |
| Henry Clay Center for Statesmanship | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $2,500 |
| University of Kentucky | Contribution to 501(c)(3) charity for use by the sanders-brown center on aging foundation | $2,500 |
| Jewish Federation of the Bluegrass | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $1,500 |
| Junior Achievement of the Bluegrass | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $1,500 |
| Commonwealth Fund for Ket | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| God's Pantry Food Bank | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| Lexington Hearing and Speech Center | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| The Living Arts & Science Center | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Council | Contribution to 501(c)(3) charity for use by the us holocaust memorial museum | $1,000 |
| Lexington Theatre Company | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $500 |
| Shriner's Hospital for Children | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $500 |
| Temple Israel (Paducah) | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $500 |
| Holy Spirit Parish Newman Center | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $500 |
| Jewish Federation of the Bluegrass | Contribution to 501(c) charity designated for pj library | $500 |
| Colel Chabad | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $500 |
| The Nature Conservancy Kentucky Chapter | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $500 |
| Child Development Center of the Bluegrass | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $500 |
| Lexington Humane Society | Contribution to 501(c) charity for unrestricted purposes | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Rosenthal
- Elizabeth Pitman
- Jennifer Veal
Questions people ask
Does The Rosenthal Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rosenthal Foundation Inc give?
$502,250 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Rosenthal Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Carol Rosenthal (President), Elizabeth Pitman (Director) and Jennifer Veal (Director).
What does The Rosenthal Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, animals and education.