The Adam R Rose Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Adam R Rose Foundation is a private foundation in Cross River, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $539,565 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $130,000. 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$539,565
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$130,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $543,081 the year before.
38% 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 | $409,897 | 45 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $543,081 | 39 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $539,565 | 40 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Adam R Rose 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 Adam R Rose Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 29 | $395,565 |
| Connecticut | 5 | $105,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $26,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Westchester Hospital Found | General | $130,000 |
| Town of Lewisboro | General | $67,000 |
| Yale University Art Gallery | General | $65,000 |
| New York City Police Foundation | General | $60,000 |
| Yale School of Art | General | $26,000 |
| Individual | General | $20,000 |
| Jazz at Lincoln Center | General | $20,000 |
| St John's Episcopal Church | General | $20,000 |
| Borough of Mantoloking | General | $15,000 |
| Individual | General | $14,000 |
| Nys Troopers Pba Signal 30 Benefit | General | $10,000 |
| Fdny Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Connecticut State Police Union | General | $10,000 |
| Seaside Park Volunteer Fire Departm | General | $10,000 |
| President and Fellows of Harvard Co | General | $10,000 |
| United Methodist Church of Mount Ki | General | $6,000 |
| Untermyer Gardens Conservancy | General | $5,000 |
| Manhattan Theatre Club | General | $4,015 |
| Individual | General | $3,800 |
| Westchester Land Trust | General | $3,000 |
| Lincoln Center Theater | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Wolf Conservation Center | General | $2,500 |
| Richard Tucker Music Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Community Center of Northern Westch | General | $2,000 |
| Freedom From Religion Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| SPCA of Westchester Inc | General | $2,000 |
| Nat'l Trust for Historic Preservati | General | $1,500 |
| Compassion and Choices | General | $1,000 |
| Individual | General | $1,000 |
| Lewisboro Library | General | $1,000 |
| Schwartzman Animal Medical Center | General | $1,000 |
| Chaminade Development Fund | General | $1,000 |
| Individual | General | $1,000 |
| Individual | General | $1,000 |
| First Responders Children's Foundat | General | $1,000 |
| Lewisboro Land Trust | General | $1,000 |
| Rehabilitation Through the Arts | General | $1,000 |
| South Salem Fire Department | General | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Adam R Rose
- Peter R McQuillan
Questions people ask
Does The Adam R Rose Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Adam R Rose Foundation give?
$539,565 in tax year 2025, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs The Adam R Rose Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Adam R Rose (Pres/Treas) and Peter R McQuillan (Director).
What does The Adam R Rose Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and education.