Waldo T Ross and Ruth S Ross Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Waldo T Ross and Ruth S Ross Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Glens Falls, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $417,550 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $34,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$417,550
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$34,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$9.7 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $366,737 the year before.
18% 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 | $355,000 | 11 | $8.2 million |
| 2024 | $366,737 | 11 | $9.0 million |
| 2025 | $417,550 | 11 | $9.7 million |
How to apply
Waldo T Ross and Ruth S Ross Charitable Trust 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 Waldo T Ross and Ruth S Ross Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $417,550 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Hyde Collection | Unrestricted - general | $100,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Unrestricted - general | $99,000 |
| Chapman Historical Museum Nicole Herwig Exec Dir | Unrestricted - general | $48,000 |
| The Charles R Wood Theater | Unrestricted - general | $48,000 |
| Glens Falls Symphony Orchestra | Unrestricted - general | $42,000 |
| Harrisena Community Church | Unrestricted - general | $34,000 |
| Bay Road Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted - general | $24,300 |
| Lake George Opera Festival Assoc | Unrestricted - general | $8,000 |
| Lakeside Chapel | Unrestricted - general | $6,250 |
| North Queensbury Firefighter Service Corp | Unrestricted - general | $4,000 |
| Queensbury Emergency Services Squad | Unrestricted - general | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arrow Bank National Association
- Robert Hafner
- Paul McPhillips
Questions people ask
Does Waldo T Ross and Ruth S Ross Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Waldo T Ross and Ruth S Ross Charitable Trust give?
$417,550 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $34,000.
Who runs Waldo T Ross and Ruth S Ross Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Arrow Bank National Association (Co Trustee), Robert Hafner (Co Trustee) and Paul McPhillips (Co Trustee).
What does Waldo T Ross and Ruth S Ross Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.