The Ross Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ross Foundation is a private foundation in Lynchburg, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $885,183 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $858,183. 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$885,183
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$858,183
- Assets$0
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,000 the year before.
30% of its 2025 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 | $57,000 | 20 | $747,402 |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 24 | $853,513 |
| 2025 | $885,183 | 12 | $0 |
How to apply
The Ross 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 Ross Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 1 | $858,183 |
| Maryland | 5 | $11,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ross Family Charitable Fund | Charitable | $858,183 |
| Driven to Care | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| High Mountain Institute | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Trustees of Boston University | Earth & environmental dept | $2,500 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | Tepper school of business | $2,500 |
| Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Hun School of Princeton | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| US Naval Academy Foundation | Unrestriced | $2,500 |
| Taft School Fund | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Individual | Cheetah program | $1,000 |
| The School for Field Studies | Weiner scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Francesca Ross
- Isabelle Ross
- Krista Ross
- David Ross IV
- David Ross
- Ellen Ross
Questions people ask
Does The Ross Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ross Foundation give?
$885,183 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Ross Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Francesca Ross (Trustee), Isabelle Ross (Trustee), Krista Ross (Director) and David Ross IV (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Ross Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.