Ross Foundation
Accepts applications
Ross Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $261,000 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$261,000
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was down from $261,650 the year before.
42% 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 | $259,500 | 26 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $261,650 | 30 | $7.0 million |
| 2025 | $261,000 | 38 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Bill Sheets 4741 Central Street Suite 572, Kansas City, MO 64112 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (913) 486-2752 |
| What to submit | No prescribed form |
What Ross Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 38 | $261,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Land Institute | Operating | $30,000 |
| United Way of the Plains | Program services | $30,000 |
| Unity School of Christianity | Operating | $25,000 |
| Givewell | Operating | $20,000 |
| PKD Foundation | Operating | $18,000 |
| Chix 4 A Cause | Operating | $10,000 |
| Kansas Humane Society | Operating | $10,000 |
| Smile Train | Operating | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Santa Cruz | Operating | $7,000 |
| Independent Unity | Operating | $5,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of KC | Operating | $5,000 |
| Kansas City Care Clinic | Operating | $5,000 |
| Augusta Community Caring Center | Operating | $5,000 |
| Friends of Santa Cruz Public Libraries | Operating | $5,000 |
| Land Trust of Santa Cruz County | Operating | $5,000 |
| The Lord's Diner | Operating | $5,000 |
| National Depression Glass Museum | Operating | $5,000 |
| Native Animal Rescue | Operating | $5,000 |
| Newspring Church | Operating | $5,000 |
| Santa Cruz Shakespeare | Operating | $5,000 |
| Santa Crux SPCA | Operating | $5,000 |
| Joel Osteen Ministries | Operating | $4,000 |
| KC Pet Project | Operating | $4,000 |
| Bridging the Gap | Operating | $3,000 |
| Childrens Mercy of KC | Operating | $3,000 |
| Cornerstones of Carespofford | Operating | $3,000 |
| Second Church of Christ Scientist | Operating | $3,000 |
| Harvey County Historical Society | Operating | $2,500 |
| Harvesters Community Food Network | Operating | $2,000 |
| Science of Mind Archives | Operating | $2,000 |
| So Shine Foundation | Operating | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross | Operating | $2,000 |
| Church of the Nazarene Augusta KS | Operating | $2,000 |
| His Helping Hands | Operating | $2,000 |
| UNICEF USA | Operating | $2,000 |
| Victory in the Valley | Operating | $2,000 |
| The Principia | Operating | $1,000 |
| Wichita Grand Opera | Operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William M Sheets
- Hal Ross
- Susan R Sheets
Questions people ask
Does Ross Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Ross Foundation give?
$261,000 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ross Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William M Sheets (Sec-Treas / Found MGR), Hal Ross (Vice-Pres.) and Susan R Sheets (President).
What does Ross Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and animals.