Rodman For Kids Inc
Rodman For Kids Inc is a public charity based in Foxborough, Massachusetts, that raises resources and provides organizational support and direct financial support to youth-focused organizations. Its website describes a network of more than 40 youth-focused nonprofits and says the organization works to strengthen their impact and expand opportunities for young people.
Rodman For Kids Inc at a glance
In short: Rodman For Kids Inc gave $142K across 11 grants in 2025 (avg $13K), mostly in Massachusetts. 18% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $142,200
- -87.2% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 11
- -69.4% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $12,927
- -58.2% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $12,500
- Total assets
- $2,112,038
- +51.7% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 18% first-time grantees (2 of 11, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Rodman For Kids Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 10 Lincoln Rd, Foxborough, MA 02035
Phone: (508) 543-7892
Website: https://rodmanforkids.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Rodman For Kids Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Ron Burton Training Village ($20K). Together the top 10 received $132K.
Grant Size Distribution
174 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 136 grants of 174 (78%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2025 went to recipients in Massachusetts. The filing describes Ride for Kids as raising funds for youth-focused social-service agencies in Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Rodman For Kids Inc open to new grantees?
18%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 2 of 11 grantees (18%) were first-time recipients. With only 11 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 9 points. First grants averaged $10K; repeat grants $14K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $13K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2025). 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 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $142K (2025) to $1.7M (2020). In 2025 it made 11 grants totaling $142K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ron Burton Training Village Hubbardston, MA | general program support | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester Dorchester, MA | general program support | $15,000 |
| ConfiKids Foxboro, MA | general program support | $15,000 |
| Crossroads for Kids INC Duxbury, MA | general program support | $14,700 |
| The Key Program Inc Westboroug, MA | general program support | $13,000 |
| South Shore YMCA Quincy, MA | general program support | $12,500 |
| MetroWest YMCA Framingham, MA | general program support | $11,000 |
| The Sports Museum Boston, MA | general program support | $11,000 |
| Camp Harbor view FOUNDATION INC Boston, MA | general program support | $10,000 |
| NorthStar Learning Centers Inc New Bedford, MA | general program support | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Amounts below are for the indicated filing years.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,112,038 | $2,346,968 | $2,533,823 | $142,200 | 11 | $42,250 |
| 2024 | $1,392,075 | $2,613,107 | $2,754,634 | $1,114,129 | 36 | $54,831 |
| 2023 | $1,700,342 | $3,131,306 | $3,120,647 | $1,366,869 | 47 | $20,181 |
| 2022 | $1,538,504 | $3,246,588 | $2,773,360 | $1,217,648 | 37 | — |
| 2021 | $1,043,014 | $2,731,419 | $2,496,074 | $1,674,054 | 43 | — |
| 2020 | $810,411 | $2,234,998 | $2,206,737 | $1,735,051 | 40 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Rodman for Kids’ website says it is committed to raising resources, building capacity, and creating opportunities for youth-focused organizations, their leaders, and the young people they serve. Its support includes networking, professional development, organizational and fundraising resources, direct financial support, and strategic investments. Active Charity Partners also receive support with goal-setting, long-term roadmaps, and progress measures.
The 2025 filing describes Ride for Kids as an umbrella charity that raises funds for youth-focused social-service agencies supporting at-risk children in Massachusetts. Theatre for Kids provides live professional theatre opportunities for children, including children with different abilities.
The 2025 grantees’ own mission statements illustrate the range of organizations supported. Ron Burton Training Village says it helps youth pursue their purpose through education, leadership, physical wellness, social advancement, and spiritual growth. Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester says it connects young people and families with opportunities that embrace diversity, nurture growth, and inspire success. ConfiKids says it provides children with limited financial means opportunities to take part in enrichment activities. Crossroads for Kids describes year-round programming for youth from low-income communities, including outdoor learning, social-emotional development, and college and career exploration. The Key Program says it helps children and families develop positive life skills. Camp Harbor View Foundation says it exposes underserved youth to future possibilities, while NorthStar Learning Centers says it helps young people overcome adversity through learning essential competencies and hopefulness.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, Rodman for Kids reported 11 grants totaling $142,200. Grants ranged from $10,000 to $20,000, with a median of $12,500; the listed grants were for general program support. Notable awards included $20,000 to Ron Burton Training Village, $15,000 each to Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester and ConfiKids, $14,700 to Crossroads for Kids, and $13,000 to The Key Program.
The website describes the Charity Partner Program as a peer-learning and support community that can include financial support, professional development, and organizational resources. The application page says the 2027 Charity Partner Program application is closed and directs interested organizations to inquire about the 2028 session. This is a partner-program opportunity, distinct from the grants reported on the 2025 filing.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Amy Rossman as executive director and clerk; Jessica Feenan as director of development; and Marisa Collins as chief of staff. It lists Joe D’Arrigo as president and chairman, James Blue as vice chairman, and Linda Tibbetts as treasurer. James Brett, Spencer Collier, Chris Small, and LeEric Daye are listed as directors.
Rodman For Kids Inc is led by Amy Rossman, Executive Director & Clerk on every filing since 2020; 3 of 15 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Amy Rossman
Executive Director & Clerk
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$87K (2020) → $173K (2025)
Joe D'arrigo
President & Chairman
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jessica Feenan
Director of Development
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
$110K (2024) → $113K (2025)
Chris Small
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James Brett
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Spencer Collier
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
LeERIC DAYE
Director
Director → Treasurer, 2024
Treasurer → Director, 2025
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marianna Accomando
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nicolette Shaughnessy
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lynda Thomas
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Peter Pedro
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Peter Waisgerber
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marisa Collins
Chief of Staff
Director of Operations & Administrator → Chief of Staff, 2025
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
$101K (2024) → $111K (2025)
James Blue
Vice Chairman
Director → Vice Chairman, 2024
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Linda Tibbetts
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (7)
- Former: Peter Smyth (2021–2024) — Director
- Former: Monica Lombardo (2023–2024) — Director
- Former: Scott Magit (2023–2024) — Director
- Former: Paul Verrochi (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Jim Blue (2023) — Director
- Former: Carol Shaughnessy (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Susan Gotshalk (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $173K, to Amy Rossman (Executive Director / Clerk). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Rodman For Kids Inc
How much does Rodman For Kids Inc give each year?
Rodman For Kids Inc gave $142K across 11 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $1.1M across 36 grants.
What is Rodman For Kids Inc's typical grant size?
Rodman For Kids Inc's median grant in 2025 was $12,500, and its average grant was $12,927, across 11 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Rodman For Kids Inc that year got $10K on average.
Where does Rodman For Kids Inc give grants?
Rodman For Kids Inc gives mostly in Massachusetts: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Boston, MA (2 grants).
Does Rodman For Kids Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Rodman For Kids Inc's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (11 of 11) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Who are Rodman For Kids Inc's largest grantees?
Rodman For Kids Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Ron Burton Training Village ($20,000), Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester ($15,000) and ConfiKids ($15,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 35% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Rodman For Kids Inc?
Rodman For Kids Inc reported $2.1M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.3M.
What does Rodman For Kids Inc fund?
Rodman for Kids’ website says it is committed to raising resources, building capacity, and creating opportunities for youth-focused organizations, their leaders, and the young people they serve. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Rodman For Kids Inc?
Rodman For Kids Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check rodmanforkids.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Rodman For Kids Inc's EIN?
Rodman For Kids Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-3329283. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS June 25, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS July 29, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS June 21, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 4, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 30, 2026)
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