The Roach Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Roach Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $463,185 in 66 grants; the typical grant was $1,350 and the largest $148,600. 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$463,185
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$1,350
- Largest grant$148,600
- Assets$12.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $769,129 the year before.
33% 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 | $769,129 | 63 | $10.5 million |
| 2024 | $463,185 | 66 | $12.6 million |
How to apply
The Roach Foundation Inc 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 Roach Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 59 | $443,235 |
| Virginia | 2 | $11,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $6,200 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Christian University | General support | $148,600 |
| The Big Good | General support | $34,267 |
| Flying T Club | General support | $25,750 |
| Kinderfrogs School | General support | $25,400 |
| Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra | Support | $22,350 |
| University Christian Church | General support | $22,067 |
| United Way of Tarrant County | General support | $21,000 |
| Junior League of Fort Worth | General support | $15,260 |
| Delta Delta Delta | General support | $11,500 |
| Texas Health Resources Foundation | General support | $10,100 |
| Fort Worth Report | General support | $10,000 |
| Horatio Alger Association | General support | $10,000 |
| Kimbell Art Museum | General support | $10,000 |
| Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame | General support | $10,000 |
| The Women's Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Fort Worth Country Day School | General support | $7,750 |
| Goodfellows Fund | General support | $6,000 |
| Performing Arts Fort Worth | General support | $6,000 |
| Sigma Chi Foundation | General support | $6,000 |
| Fort Worth Country Day Breakthrough | General support | $5,000 |
| James L West Center for Dementia | General support | $5,000 |
| Sportsmen's Club of Fort Worth | General support | $3,500 |
| The Cliburn | General support | $3,250 |
| Cowtown Birthplace of Western Swing | General support | $3,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | General support | $2,500 |
| First Tee Fort Worth | General support | $2,500 |
| Moncrief Cancer Institute | General support | $2,500 |
| Ach Child and Family Services | General support | $2,100 |
| Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant Co | General support | $2,000 |
| Baylor All Saints Health Foundation | General support | $1,700 |
| Fort Worth Garden Club | General support | $1,666 |
| First United Methodist Curch | General support | $1,500 |
| Regents School of Charlottesville | General support | $1,500 |
| Texas Cultural Trust | General support | $1,200 |
| American Enterprise Institute | General support | $1,000 |
| Amon Carter Museum | General support | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Fort Worth | General support | $1,000 |
| Cristo Rey Fort Worth | General support | $1,000 |
| Healing Shepherd Clinic | General support | $1,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jean W Roach
- Amy Roach Bailey
- Lori Roach Davis
- Thomas Elliston
Questions people ask
Does The Roach Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Roach Foundation Inc give?
$463,185 in tax year 2024, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $1,350.
Who runs The Roach Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jean W Roach (President), Amy Roach Bailey (Treasurer), Lori Roach Davis (Secretary) and Thomas Elliston (Executive Director).
What does The Roach Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.