R O W Foundation is a United States 501(c)(3) private foundation established in 2014. Based in Lisle, Illinois, the foundation serves as the project manager and resource coordinator for the ROW (Rest of World) family of organizations. The foundation works to improve the quality of training, diagnosis, and treatment available to persons living with epilepsy and associated psychiatric disorders in under-resourced areas of the world.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
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Annual Giving
$3.9M
+247.8% YoY
Grant Count
36
-10.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$107K
+286.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: The ROW Foundation works to improve the quality of training, diagnosis and treatment available to persons living with epilepsy and associated psychiatric disorders in under-resourced areas of the world.
Focus Areas:
- Epilepsy treatment and management in low- and lower-middle income countries
- Training and capacity building for healthcare providers
- Diagnosis improvement in under-resourced regions
- Treatment access for persons with epilepsy and comorbid psychiatric disorders
The foundation addresses a significant global health gap: approximately 65 million people worldwide have epilepsy, with 80% living in low- and middle-income countries. In these regions, approximately 75% of people with epilepsy cannot access medical treatment, despite the fact that up to 70% could achieve seizure control with proper medication and knowledgeable healthcare providers.
Grantmaking
ROW Foundation accepts proposals by invitation only from potential partners that:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation focuses on under-resourced areas of the world, with particular emphasis on low- and lower-middle income countries where epilepsy treatment access is limited.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
155 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Direct Relief ($2,381,400), Dispensary of Hope ($1,173,112), Hospital Provincial General De Reference De Bukavu ($57,180).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ARABKIR UNITED CHILDREN'S CHARITY FOUNDATION | SEIZURE CONTROL FOR PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY IN LOW-INCOME AREAS. | $6,684 |
| BETHESDA MISSION HOSPITAL | SEIZURE CONTROL FOR PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY IN LOW-INCOME AREAS. | $3,456 |
| CAMEROON BAPTIST CONVENTION HEALTH SERVICES | SEIZURE CONTROL FOR PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY IN LOW-INCOME AREAS. | $1,908 |
| CARE EPILEPSY ETHIOPIA | SEIZURE CONTROL FOR PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY IN LOW-INCOME AREAS. | $7,632 |
| CURE INTERNATIONAL SPRING LAKE, MI | SEIZURE CONTROL FOR PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY IN LOW-INCOME AREAS. | $3,888 |
| DIRECT RELIEF SANTA BARBARA, CA | SEIZURE CONTROL FOR PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY IN LOW-INCOME AREAS. | $2,381,400 |
| DISPENSARY OF HOPE NASHVILLE, TN | SEIZURE CONTROL FOR PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY IN LOW-INCOME AREAS. | $1,173,112 |
| EDWARD FRANCIS SMALL TEACHING HOSPITAL | SEIZURE CONTROL FOR PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY IN LOW-INCOME AREAS. | $1,710 |
| EFCA REACHGLOBAL AMES, IA | SEIZURE CONTROL FOR PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY IN LOW-INCOME AREAS. | $4,764 |
| EPILEPSY AWARENESS UGANDA | SEIZURE CONTROL FOR PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY IN LOW-INCOME AREAS. | $500 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
President: Ken Koskela
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAUL S REGAN | PRESIDENT | 30 | — |
| MARK PETERSON | VICE CHAIR | 4 | — |
| BRUCE T DUNCAN | SECRETARY/TREASURER | 4 | — |
| PATRICIA A GIBSON | DIRECTOR | 4 | — |
| EMILIO PERUCCA | DIRECTOR | 4 | — |
| MARVIN A ROSSI | DIRECTOR | 4 | — |
| CAROL GAVIN | CHAIR | 4 | — |
Contact Information
- Website: www.rowglobal.org
- Phone: 630-791-0247
- Address: 701 Warrenville Road, Suite 200, Lisle, IL 60532-1376
- EIN: 47-1520191
- IRS Ruling Year: 2015
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does R O W Foundation fund?
**Mission:** The ROW Foundation works to improve the quality of training, diagnosis and treatment available to persons living with epilepsy and associated psychiatric disorders in under-resourced areas of the world. **Focus Areas:** • Epilepsy treatment and management in low- and lower-middle income countries • Training and capacity building for healthcare providers • Diagnosis improvement in under-resourced regions • Treatment access for persons with epilepsy and comorbid psychiatric disorders…
How do I apply for a grant from R O W Foundation?
**Application Process:** ROW Foundation accepts proposals by invitation only from potential partners that: • Operate as a legally registered organization (the foundation cannot fund individuals directly) • Operate in lower-resource regions • Focus on supporting people with epilepsy and/or associated psychiatric disorders Interested organizations are encouraged to connect with the program team through the foundation's website. **Funding Sources:** ROW Foundation mobilizes resources including: • …
Where does R O W Foundation make grants?
The foundation focuses on under-resourced areas of the world, with particular emphasis on low- and lower-middle income countries where epilepsy treatment access is limited.
What size grants does R O W Foundation award?
In 2024, R O W Foundation awarded 36 grants totaling $3.9M — an average of about $107K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is R O W Foundation's EIN?
R O W Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-1520191. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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