Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation
The Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation is a private foundation based in Columbus, Ohio, that focuses its grantmaking on enhancing the Fort Wayne, Indiana, community. Its website describes a mission of supporting human and social service organizations that improve the lives of disadvantaged and underprivileged people, alongside support for arts, environmental, educational, and community-focused organizations.
Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation at a glance
In short: Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation gave $551K across 45 grants in 2026 (avg $12K), mostly in Indiana. 18% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $550,500
- -10.0% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 45
- -13.5% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $12,233
- +4.0% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $8,000
- Total assets
- $9,336,161
- +1.1% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 18% first-time grantees (8 of 45, 2026)
- Primary geography
- Indiana (94% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Its website says applications should follow its grant submission requirements and be submitted in PDF or Word format. The filing states that applications may be made in any reasonable format and lists no award restrictions. The website says it typically does not fund churches; religious, charter, or magnet schools; political lobbying or other political purposes; individuals; international organizations not qualified in the United States; or for-profit businesses.
- Review Cycle
- The website lists four annual grant cycles, with submission deadlines at 5 p.m. on the first of September, December, March, and June. If a deadline falls on a weekend, proposals are accepted until 5 p.m. the following Monday. One submission is accepted per fiscal year, which runs July 1 through June 30; applicants are to be notified by the end of the month. The filing states that there are no deadlines.
- Deadline
- The website lists four annual grant cycles, with submission deadlines at 5 p.m.
- Contact
Application contact: Robert Rolland
Mailing address: 4153 Edgehill Dr, Columbus, OH 43220
Phone: (614) 315-4761
Email: info@rollandfamilyfoundation.com
Website: https://rollandfamilyfoundation.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation
Who Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Boys & Girls Club of Fort Wayne ($55K). Together the top 10 received $293K.
Grant Size Distribution
226 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 222 grants of 226 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The website says most grants support organizations in the Fort Wayne, Indiana, metropolitan area or organizations with direct outreach or impact there. It also identifies selective grantmaking in Kokomo and Columbus, Indiana, and Columbus, Ohio, where voting members of the foundation reside. In 2026, 94% of grant dollars went to recipients in Indiana; grants also went to recipients in Virginia, North Carolina, and Ohio.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 45 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation open to new grantees?
18%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 8 of 45 grantees (18%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $10K; repeat grants $13K. How we count
Medians: $9K first-time, $8K repeat.
- 78% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving grew 93% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 77% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2026). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $286K (2023) to $612K (2025). In 2026 it made 45 grants totaling $551K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club of Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $55,000 |
| Junior Achievement Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $42,500 |
| Turnstone Center for Childrenadult Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $40,000 |
| Fort Wayne Rescue Mission Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $35,000 |
| Friends of the Lincoln Collection Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $25,000 |
| Community Harvest Food Bank Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $20,000 |
| Fort Wayne Habitat for Humanity Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $20,000 |
| Stillwater Hospice Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $20,000 |
| United Way of Allen County Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $20,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy Arlington, VA | General Support | $15,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $9,336,161 | $788,469 | $683,482 | $550,500 | 45 | $550,500 | $161,880 | $718,602 |
| 2025 | $9,231,174 | $3,070,402 | $719,903 | $611,500 | 52 | $611,500 | $180,476 | $665,981 |
| 2024 | $6,880,675 | $2,749,117 | $631,304 | $558,000 | 52 | $558,000 | $143,217 | $456,289 |
| 2023 | $4,762,862 | $382,356 | $339,837 | $285,500 | 31 | $285,500 | $111,016 | $341,316 |
| 2022 | $4,720,343 | $662,638 | $487,641 | $424,500 | 46 | $424,500 | $104,760 | $391,547 |
| 2021 | $4,545,346 | $599,039 | $429,442 | $372,250 | 46 | — | $57,109 | $370,011 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation reported a distributable amount of $719K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to foster the enhancement of the Fort Wayne community, primarily through support for human and social services. Its website says these services typically receive over 70% of annual contributions. Other areas of interest include arts, environmental, education, and community enrichment organizations.
Examples of supported organizations illustrate these fields. Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Indiana says its mission is to help young people reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. United Way of Allen County describes its work as addressing critical community issues through measurable impact. The Fort Wayne Museum of Art says it collects, preserves, and presents art to engage and educate regional audiences; Science Central describes its work as providing hands-on science education; and The Nature Conservancy says its mission is to conserve the lands and waters on which life depends.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation reported 45 grants totaling $550,500. Grant amounts ranged from $2,000 to $55,000, with a median of $8,000. The website says grants typically range from $2,500 to $10,000, while larger grants may be made in limited cases. Program and project requests are preferred; general operating requests are also considered. The foundation says it typically funds organizations year to year and does not wish to make multi-year commitments.
Among the largest reported 2026 grants were $55,000 to Boys & Girls Club of Fort Wayne, $42,500 to Junior Achievement, $40,000 to Turnstone Center for Children and Adults, and $35,000 to Fort Wayne Rescue Mission. Each was listed for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Robert Rolland as president, Carol Rolland as vice president, Larry Rolland as treasurer, and Cheri Rolland as secretary.
Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation is led by Robert Rolland, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 4 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Robert Rolland
President
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Carol Rolland
Vice President
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cheri Rolland
Secretary
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Larry Rolland
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation
How much does Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation give each year?
Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation gave $551K across 45 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $612K across 52 grants.
What is Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation's typical grant size?
Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation's median grant in 2026 was $8,000, and its average grant was $12,233, across 45 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation that year got $10K on average.
Where does Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation give grants?
Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation gives mostly in Indiana: 94% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Fort Wayne, IN (33 grants), Columbus, IN (4 grants) and Kokomo, IN (2 grants).
Does Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (45 of 45) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation's largest grantees?
Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation's largest 2026 grantees include Boys & Girls Club of Fort Wayne ($55,000), Junior Achievement ($42,500) and Turnstone Center for Childrenadult ($40,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 25% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation?
Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation reported $9.3M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $551K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $719K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to foster the enhancement of the Fort Wayne community, primarily through support for human and social services. Its website says these services typically receive over 70% of annual contributions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation's EIN?
Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-1944302. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 18, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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