The Francis and Kathleen Rooney Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Francis and Kathleen Rooney Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.0 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $225,000 and the largest $1.5 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$4.0 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$225,000
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$48.0 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $12.8 million the year before.
8% of its 2024 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 | $12.8 million | 13 | $36.8 million |
| 2024 | $4.0 million | 12 | $48.0 million |
How to apply
The Francis and Kathleen Rooney 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 Francis and Kathleen Rooney Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $1.7 million |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $675,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $650,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $505,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $350,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Naples Community Hospital Inc | General support | $1.5 million |
| Oklahoma State University Foundation | General support | $675,000 |
| Medal of Honor Museum Foundation | General support | $400,000 |
| University of Notre Dame du Lac | General support | $350,000 |
| Washington Jesuit Academy | General support | $300,000 |
| The George W Bush Foundation | General support | $250,000 |
| Consortium of Catholic Academies | General support | $200,000 |
| Ave Maria University Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| Bella Mente Quantum Racing Association | General support | $100,000 |
| Naples Historical Society Foundation | General support | $70,000 |
| Naples Botanical Garden Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| The Metropolitan Club Preservation Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathleen C Rooney
- Kathleen D Rooney
- Michael Collins Rooney
- Brynn Hunt
Questions people ask
Does The Francis and Kathleen Rooney Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Francis and Kathleen Rooney Foundation give?
$4.0 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $225,000.
Who runs The Francis and Kathleen Rooney Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kathleen C Rooney (President/Director), Kathleen D Rooney (Treasurer/Director), Michael Collins Rooney (General Counsel/Secretary/Director) and Brynn Hunt (Secretary).
What does The Francis and Kathleen Rooney Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.