Stephen M Ross Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stephen M Ross Foundation is a private foundation in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. In tax year 2024 it gave $396,414 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$396,414
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$11.7 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was down from $39.0 million the year before.
83% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $39.0 million | 7 | $12.1 million |
| 2024 | $396,414 | 7 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
Stephen M Ross 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 Stephen M Ross Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York. It also paid $325,000 in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $46,414 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rede de Catadores de Residuos Solidos | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Thru Tory Burch LLC K-1 | General operating support | $31,603 |
| Trust for Public Land | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Ecosattva Environmental Solutions | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Inst de la Vivienda de la Caba | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Climate Agency of the Oslo | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Thru Tory Burch LLC K-1 | General operating support | $14,811 |
Officers and trustees
- Jordan Park Trust Company LLC
- Stephen M Ross
Questions people ask
Does Stephen M Ross Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephen M Ross Foundation give?
$396,414 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Stephen M Ross Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jordan Park Trust Company LLC (Trustee) and Stephen M Ross (Distribution Committee).
What does Stephen M Ross Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and environment and conservation.