The Roux Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Roux Family Foundation is a private foundation in Needham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.2 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $2.1 million. 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$3.2 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$2.1 million
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $15.8 million the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $12.8 million | 14 | $24.8 million |
| 2024 | $15.8 million | 22 | $10.4 million |
| 2025 | $3.2 million | 12 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
The Roux 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 The Roux Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2.2 million |
| Maine | 6 | $842,500 |
| Montana | 1 | $125,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University | General charitable contribution for education | $2.1 million |
| Harpswell Heritage Land Trust | General charitable contribution for environmental conservation | $650,000 |
| The Station Foundation | General charitable contribution for healthcare | $125,000 |
| Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation | General charitable contribution for social justice | $100,000 |
| Bowdoin College | General charitable contribution for education | $70,000 |
| A Place to Start | General charitable contribution for healthcare | $50,000 |
| Full Plates Full Potential | General chartable contribution for hunger | $25,000 |
| Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens | General grant to support horticulture, education and research. | $25,000 |
| Focus Maine | General charitable contribution for community development | $22,500 |
| Gasparilla Island Conservation | General charitable contribution for environmental conservation | $10,000 |
| Ryan Callahan Foundation | General charitable contribution for healthcare | $2,500 |
| Mgef | General charitable contribution for education | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Roux
- Barbara Roux
Questions people ask
Does The Roux Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Roux Family Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs The Roux Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Roux (President, Treasurer) and Barbara Roux (Vice-President, Secretary).
What does The Roux Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.