Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality
Preselected recipients only
Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2023 it gave $188,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $22,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$188,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$4.7 million
How to apply
Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $22,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $22,500 |
| Ohio | 2 | $18,000 |
| New York | 2 | $17,500 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Police Athletic League Inc | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $22,500 |
| Phyllis Wheatley | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| Project Blue | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| United African Basketball League | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| Indy PAL | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Cleveland | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| Love Thy Neighbor | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| Union League Boys & Girls Club | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $10,000 |
| Women's Sports Foundation | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $10,000 |
| The National Sport | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $7,500 |
| Philadelphia PAL | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $7,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Boston | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $7,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club St Thomas St John Inc | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $7,500 |
| NYC National Sports Zone Foundation | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $7,500 |
| Athletes in Action | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen M Ross
- Paul Tagliabue
- Gary Bettman
- Peter Bevacqua
- Maverick Carter
- Don Garber
- Roger Goodell
- Larry Jones
- Rob Manfred
- Sean McManus
- Scott Pioli
- Daniel Towriss
- Max Siegel
- Adam Silver
- Jocelyn Benson
Questions people ask
Does Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality give?
$188,000 in tax year 2023, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality?
Its 2023 filing lists Stephen M Ross (Chairman), Paul Tagliabue (Co-Chairman), Gary Bettman (Director) and Peter Bevacqua (Director) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.