Rotary International
Preselected recipients only
Rotary International is a private foundation in Ellicott City, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $12,300 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $4,500. 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$12,300
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$4,500
- Assets$95,528
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $33,250 the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 | $132,690 |
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $135,096 |
| 2023 | $33,250 | 8 | $109,108 |
| 2024 | $12,300 | 6 | $95,528 |
How to apply
Rotary International 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 Rotary International funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 6 | $12,300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia Community Care | Provide food assistance to those not eligible for grant assistance | $4,500 |
| Howard County Finance Dept | Memorial Bench in City Park | $3,000 |
| Community Action Council of Howard | Support Early Childhood Education | $2,000 |
| Kenya Connect EIN XXX-XX-XXXX | Cultural exchange support education in rural of Kenya counties | $2,000 |
| Howard Eco Works | Ecological Education and Clean Water Management | $500 |
| Rotary Club of of Columbia Patuxent | Refurbishing homes for disadvantaged persons | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Nellie Arrington
- Mark Ireland
- John Galleazzi
Questions people ask
Does Rotary International accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rotary International give?
$12,300 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Rotary International?
Its 2024 filing lists Nellie Arrington (President), Mark Ireland (Secretary) and John Galleazzi (8.0).
What does Rotary International fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.