The Rohr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rohr Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $787,579 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $70,000 and the largest $185,629. 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$787,579
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$70,000
- Largest grant$185,629
- Assets$29.9 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
44% 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 | $1.4 million | 15 | $26.6 million |
| 2024 | $787,579 | 10 | $29.9 million |
How to apply
The Rohr 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 Rohr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $185,629 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $170,000 |
| New York | 1 | $87,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $70,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $64,950 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Smithsonian Institution | Smithsonian tropical research institute, acadia in the tropical eastern pacific intrumentation and fieldwork | $185,629 |
| City Year Dallas | Support as students regain valuable instruction time | $100,000 |
| The Emerge Foundation | Provide specialized services, therapeutic interventions, and educational resources that empower children with autism | $100,000 |
| Friends of Charles Darwin Foundatio | Research el nino impacts on coral reefs across the galapagos | $87,000 |
| The Emerge Foundation | Support aba fellows program | $70,000 |
| Nova Southeastern Univ | Support halmos college of arts and sciences save our sease shark center | $70,000 |
| Amigos of Costa Rica | Support for the projects of mision tiburin | $64,950 |
| Paul Quinn College | Provide students with meaningful work opportunities and develop skills to be competitive in the 21st century | $50,000 |
| Cafe Momentum | Serve justice envolved teens with workforce development and education | $50,000 |
| Lama Dorje Foundation | Support dewachen world peace sancuary in costa rica and lama dorje's initiatives | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark C Rohr
- Rachel Rohr
- Dawn M Rawls
Questions people ask
Does The Rohr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rohr Foundation give?
$787,579 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $70,000.
Who runs The Rohr Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark C Rohr (President/CEO), Rachel Rohr (Secretary) and Dawn M Rawls (Director).
What does The Rohr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and youth programs.