Ross Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ross Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Elyria, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $468,282 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $355,556. 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$468,282
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$355,556
- Assets$134,986
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $946,688 the year before.
50% 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 | $946,688 | 13 | $60,900 |
| 2024 | $468,282 | 6 | $134,986 |
How to apply
Ross Foundation Inc 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 Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 6 | $468,282 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lorain County Fair | Grant for expo center and horse arena building | $355,556 |
| Lake Erie Nature & Science Center | Wildlife education and rehabilitation program; wildlife gardens education and renovation capital project | $80,000 |
| Midview Local School District | A grant to the midview challenge grants program for 2024-2025 school year | $15,000 |
| Voices for Children | Grants to cover costs of billboards, pay for radio ads to help recruit volunteers, furnish speakers for the initial training program, sponsor monthly required continuing education for current volunteers, expand our social media outreach. | $10,000 |
| Huntington Township | Grant for electrical service installation at huntington township's community park | $6,226 |
| Cleveland State University | Scholarship, nathan parsons | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- William E Cromling III
- Jon R Cromling
- Christine M Cromling
- Daniel Urban
- Cynthia Cromling
- William E Cromling II
- Deann R Mowry-Cromling
Questions people ask
Does Ross Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ross Foundation Inc give?
$468,282 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Ross Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists William E Cromling III (Co-Pres/Co-Chair/Treasurer), Jon R Cromling (Co-Pres/Co-Chair/Asst Trea), Christine M Cromling (Director) and Daniel Urban (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Ross Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.