The Roe Green Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Roe Green Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.3 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $2.8 million. 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$4.3 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$2.8 million
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 | $1.7 million | 17 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $4.3 million | 22 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
The Roe Green 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 Roe Green Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York. It also paid $277,500 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $2.9 million |
| Ohio | 8 | $510,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $502,375 |
| Florida | 6 | $135,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chautauqua Institution (Foundation) | New building | $2.8 million |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Roe green endowed chair in theatre fd | $500,875 |
| Bezalel Academy of Arts & Design - Jerusalm | Roe green gallery dept of visual communications | $250,000 |
| Cleveland Play House | Ngtf, centennial & gala; new american plays | $225,000 |
| University Hospitalscwru | Roe green md center uganda - cwru | $100,000 |
| University Hospitalsuh | Roe green md center uganda - uh | $100,000 |
| Dramatists Guild Fund | Annual gala | $35,000 |
| Kent State University Foundation -School of Theatre & Dance | Roe green visiting director series | $35,000 |
| Maltz Jupiter Theatre | Gala sponsorship | $30,000 |
| Chautauqua Institution (Foundation) | Promise campaign | $25,000 |
| Cultural Council of Palm Beach County | Muse awards; culture & cocktails | $25,000 |
| Cultural Council of Palm Beach County | Annual sponsorship | $25,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Shaw Festival Foundation | Embedded ensemble 2024 season | $25,000 |
| Maltz Jupiter Theatre | Annual board contribution | $25,000 |
| Kent State University Foundation | Global education endowment renaissance | $20,000 |
| Suburban Temple- Kol Ami | Support of single mothers & women | $12,500 |
| Piano Cleveland | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Suburban Temple- Kol Ami | Anniversary 2024 | $7,500 |
| Maltz Jupiter Theatre | Communi-trees | $5,000 |
| Shaw Festival Foundation | Annual pledge | $2,500 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Shakespeare festival | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Roe Green
- Eugene A Kratus
Questions people ask
Does The Roe Green Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Roe Green Foundation give?
$4.3 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Roe Green Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roe Green (Trustee) and Eugene A Kratus (Trustee).
What does The Roe Green Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and international.