Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two
The Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two is a private foundation based in Baltimore, Maryland. Its 2022 filing is marked as its final return, and no later filing is on record, so the trust appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two at a glance
In short: Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two gave $144K across 21 grants in 2022 (avg $7K), top state Virginia. 86% of 2022 grantees were new. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $144,400
- +604.4% vs 2021
- Grants made (2022)
- 21
- +200.0% vs 2021
- Average grant
- $6,876
- +134.8% vs 2021
- Median grant
- $5,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 86% first-time grantees (18 of 21, 2022; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Virginia (21% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2022; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two
- Review Cycle
- The 2022 filing listed no deadlines. The website likewise stated there were no application deadlines and described grants as generally distributed from early March until available funding was exhausted, historically through the end of November.
- Deadline
- The 2022 filing listed no deadlines.
- Contact
Application contact: Duncan Forbes
Mailing address: 2020 Madison Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217-3866
Phone: (703) 851-8378
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two
Who Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was The Wildlife Center of Virginia ($20K). Together the top 10 received $106K.
Grant Size Distribution
37 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 37 grants of 37 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2022 grants went to organizations in multiple states. By share of grant dollars, Virginia and Maryland each accounted for 21%, Colorado and Hawaii each for 10%, and Missouri for 7%. The listed grants also included recipients in Washington, DC, Utah, Tennessee, and Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two open to new grantees?
86%
first-time grantees, 2022
In 2022, 18 of 21 grantees (86%) were first-time recipients. With only 21 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $7K; repeat grants $9K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $8K repeat.
- 10% of 2022 grantees were also funded in 2021. Method
- In 2022 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2022). 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 2020 to 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $19K (2020) to $144K (2022). In 2022 it made 21 grants totaling $144K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Wildlife Center of Virginia Waynesboro, VA | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $20,000 |
| Days End Farm Horse Rescue Woodbine, MD | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $15,000 |
| Pacific Primate Sanctuary Haiku Maui, HI | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $15,000 |
| Animal Rescue Inc Maryland Line, MD | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $15,000 |
| Central Missouri Humane Society Columbia, MO | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $10,000 |
| Humane Rescue Alliance Washington, DC | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $8,000 |
| Nuzzles Co Rescue Ranch Peoa, UT | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $7,500 |
| Pet Community Center Nashville, TN | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| Front Porch Felines Fort Lupton, CO | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| Sam's Hope Wyndmoor, PA | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The 2022 filing reports 21 grants; the 2021 filing reports 7 and the 2020 filing reports 9.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $-41,433 | $146,737 | $144,400 | 21 | $144,400 | $6,214 |
| 2021 | $188,170 | $397 | $22,720 | $20,500 | 7 | $20,500 | $8,049 |
| 2020 | $210,566 | $-117,173 | $21,504 | $19,383 | 9 | — | $8,093 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two reported a distributable amount of $6K for 2022 — 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 trust’s website describes its charitable interest as animal care and well-being. Its 2022 filing lists the same broad restriction, particularly care and well-being of dogs.
Among the 2022 grantees, the Wildlife Center of Virginia describes its mission as treating and rehabilitating ill or injured wild animals and providing environmental education. Days End Farm Horse Rescue says it works to ensure quality care and treatment of horses through intervention, education, and outreach. Central Missouri Humane Society describes its work as promoting the well-being of companion animals and pets. Pet Community Center says it strengthens the human-animal bond through accessible veterinary care and support services. Other grantees described work including veterinary care for retired military and law-enforcement K-9s, wildlife rehabilitation and education, dog and cat rescue and adoption, and care and adoption support for cats.
Grantmaking
In 2022, the trust reported 21 grants totaling $144,400. Grants ranged from $2,000 to $20,000, with a median of $5,000. Notable awards included $20,000 to the Wildlife Center of Virginia; $15,000 each to Days End Farm Horse Rescue, Pacific Primate Sanctuary, and Animal Rescue Inc; and $10,000 to Central Missouri Humane Society. The grants were reported for the prevention of cruelty to animals.
The 2022 filing says the foundation did not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It lists a proposal describing the need for funds, the organization’s annual report (990-PF), and documentation of current 501(c)(3) status as application materials. The trust’s website also called for an IRS determination letter, a proposal with a budget and supporting background material, and the most recent annual report. These are historical instructions and should not be treated as current application guidance because the 2022 return is marked final.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Duncan Forbes was listed as trustee on the 2022 filing.
Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two is led by Duncan Forbes, Trustee on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and compensated.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Duncan Forbes
Trustee
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$2K (2020) → $2K (2022)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2022 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2022 filing was $2K, to Duncan Forbes (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two
How much does Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two give each year?
Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two gave $144K across 21 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2021 it gave $21K across 7 grants.
What is Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two's typical grant size?
Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two's median grant in 2022 was $5,000, and its average grant was $6,876, across 21 grants on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two that year got $7K on average.
Where does Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two give grants?
Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two's top state is Virginia, with 21% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Maryland (21%) and Colorado (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Riverside, CA (2 grants).
Does Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two give general operating support?
Not in 2022: none of the 21 grants with a stated purpose on Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two's 2022 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Prevention of cruelty to animals" (21 grants).
Who are Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two's largest grantees?
Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two's largest 2022 grantees include The Wildlife Center of Virginia ($20,000), Days End Farm Horse Rescue ($15,000) and Pacific Primate Sanctuary ($15,000), according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 35% of its itemized 2022 grant dollars.
What does Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two fund?
The trust’s website describes its charitable interest as animal care and well-being. Its 2022 filing lists the same broad restriction, particularly care and well-being of dogs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two?
Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
How much is Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2022, Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two reported a distributable amount of $6K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two's EIN?
Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-6858457. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
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
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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