Rostrust Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rostrust Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $1.6 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$1.6 million
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $823,250 the year before.
80% 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 | $1.1 million | 2 | $733,118 |
| 2024 | $823,250 | 6 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 5 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Rostrust 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 Rostrust Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 2 | $1.8 million |
| New York | 3 | $85,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Donors Fund | To further religious causes | $1.6 million |
| Congregation Sanz of Lakewood | To further religious causes | $220,000 |
| Congregation Nachlas Moshe Inc | To further religious causes | $75,000 |
| Kollel Zichron Menachem | To further religious causes | $7,000 |
| Ahavas Chaverim Gemilas Chesed Inc | To further religious causes | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Rosenberg
- Chanie Rosenberg
Questions people ask
Does Rostrust Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rostrust Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Rostrust Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Rosenberg (Trustee) and Chanie Rosenberg (Cfo).
What does Rostrust Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.