Mark and Donna Ross Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mark and Donna Ross Family Foundation is a private foundation in Warwick, Rhode Island. In tax year 2024 it gave $135,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$135,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $125,000 the year before.
57% 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 | $125,000 | 19 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $135,000 | 14 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Mark and Donna Ross Family 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 Mark and Donna Ross Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 8 | $82,500 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hasbro Childrens Hospital | General purposes | $35,000 |
| Boston Children's Hospital Trust | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Crossroads | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Rocky Hill Country Day School | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Winthrop Little League | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Withrop Youth Football | General purposes | $8,000 |
| The Winthrop Foundation | General purposes | $8,000 |
| Mi-Amore | General purposes | $4,000 |
| Rise Foundation | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Clothes to Kids of Ri | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Judy's Kindness Kitchen | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Sojourner's House | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Pawtucket Soup Kitchen | General purposes | $2,500 |
| McAuley House | General purposes | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Ross
- Donna Ross
- Jared Ross
- Seth Ross
Questions people ask
Does Mark and Donna Ross Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mark and Donna Ross Family Foundation give?
$135,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Mark and Donna Ross Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Ross (Director), Donna Ross (Director), Jared Ross (Director) and Seth Ross (Director).
What does Mark and Donna Ross Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.