The Ross Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Ross Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $153,999 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $12,118 and the largest $33,586. 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$153,999
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$12,118
- Largest grant$33,586
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $135,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $135,001 | 14 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $135,000 | 14 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $153,999 | 14 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
The 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 The Ross Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 9 | $93,331 |
| Kentucky | 5 | $60,668 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Freestore Foodbank Inc | Annual fund | $33,586 |
| St Andrews Episcopal Church | Annual fund | $25,276 |
| Alice Lloyd College | Annual fund | $15,581 |
| Taft Museum of Art | Annual fund | $13,504 |
| Cincinnati Art Museum | Annual fund | $13,504 |
| City Gospel Mission | Annual fund | $12,811 |
| Fairhaven Rescue Mission | Annual fund | $12,811 |
| Cincinnati Museum Center | Annual fund | $11,426 |
| Church of the Nativity | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Mary Magdalene Foundation | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra | Annual fund | $2,000 |
| Our Daily Bread | Annual fund | $2,000 |
| Crayons to Computers Inc | Annual fund | $2,000 |
| Henry Hosea House | Annual fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Fifth Third Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does The Ross Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ross Charitable Trust give?
$153,999 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $12,118.
Who runs The Ross Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Fifth Third Bank N A (Trustee).
What does The Ross Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.