Rock Ridge Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rock Ridge Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $298,333 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$298,333
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $390,000 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 | $391,667 | 8 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $390,000 | 8 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $298,333 | 6 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Rock Ridge 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 Rock Ridge Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $278,333 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Clinical research investigator fund - immunology | $100,000 |
| The National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation | To preserve and present the extraordinary stories of our medal of honor recipients. | $100,000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | The breakthrough fund | $50,000 |
| The Goodness Web Foundation | To advance the mental health philanthropy landscape and transform lives by activating innovative research, advocacy, and services. | $20,000 |
| The Kinkaid School | All in campaign | $20,000 |
| The Junior League of Houston | Centennial anniversary fundraising campaign | $8,333 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Eliza Shaper
- C Park Shaper
- Charles Lovett Shaper
- Ronald H Jacobe Jr
- Patty Devine
Questions people ask
Does Rock Ridge Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rock Ridge Foundation give?
$298,333 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Rock Ridge Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Eliza Shaper (President/Director), C Park Shaper (Vice President/Director), Charles Lovett Shaper (Director) and Ronald H Jacobe Jr (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Rock Ridge Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.