The Ros Foundation
Accepts applications
The Ros Foundation is a private foundation in Greenfield, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.1 million in 123 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $200,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.1 million
- Number of grants123
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$71.9 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.7 million the year before.
19% 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 | $2.7 million | 110 | $68.7 million |
| 2024 | $3.1 million | 123 | $71.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Ros Foundation 4811 S 76th Street Ste 211, Greenfield, WI 53220 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (414) 281-6000 |
| What to submit | No specific form required. Brochures and letters stating charitable purpose preferred. Include copy of IRS determination letter. |
What The Ros Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 89 | $2.1 million |
| Florida | 18 | $635,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $60,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $60,000 |
| California | 2 | $35,000 |
| New York | 2 | $35,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Feeding America Eastern Wi | General operating purposes | $200,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank - Naples | General operating purposes | $200,000 |
| Hunger Task Force of Milwaukee | General operating purposes | $200,000 |
| Impact Alcohol & Other Drug Abuse Services Inc | General operating purposes | $75,000 |
| Vision Forward | General operating purposes | $75,000 |
| Abuse Counseling and Treatment Inc | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| American Red Cross Wisc Chapter | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee Inc | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Collier County | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Humane Society of Naples | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| National Anti-Vivisection Society | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Pathfinders Milwaukee Inc | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Revitalize Milwaukee Inc | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Shelter for Abused Women & Children | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| SWFL Regional Human Trafficking Coalition | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Wisconsin Humane Society | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Running Rebels Community Organization | General operating purposes | $40,000 |
| Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative | General operating purposes | $30,000 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee | General operating purposes | $30,000 |
| All Kids Can Learn International Inc | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Hmong American Peace Academy | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Nativity Jesuit Academy - Southside Hispanic Youth | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Our Mother's Home of Southwest Florida Inc | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Peta | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Pine View Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Professional Firefighters of Wi Charitable Foundation | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Project Chimps | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Seeds of Health Inc | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| St Marcus School | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Wildlife in Need Center LTD | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Acts Housing - Milwaukee | General operating purposes | $20,000 |
| Alverno College | General operating purposes | $20,000 |
| Animal Legal Defense Fund | General operating purposes | $20,000 |
| Bay View Community Center of Milwaukee Inc | General operating purposes | $20,000 |
| Benedict Center | General operating purposes | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Riordan
- Susan L Riordan
Questions people ask
Does The Ros Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Ros Foundation give?
$3.1 million in tax year 2024, across 123 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Ros Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Brian Riordan (Trustee) and Susan L Riordan (Trustee).
What does The Ros Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, youth programs and human services.