The Ross Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Clayton, Missouri, established in 2013. It operates as a grantmaking organization supporting nonprofit institutions across multiple states and sectors.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$4.5M
+165.8% YoY
Grant Count
73
+23.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$61K
+114.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports nonprofit organizations with a focus on:
- Human services
- Health
- Education
- Children and youth
- Catholic organizations
- Arts and culture
The foundation provides both project support and general operating grants to eligible organizations.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
Median grant of $13,000; maximum grant of $225,000
Average Grant
$122,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds nonprofit organizations throughout Missouri and provides funding to a wide range of cities across the United States, including major metropolitan areas and smaller communities. Geographic reach extends to multiple states including California, Illinois, and Texas.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2023
- Total assets: $29,316,564
- Total revenues: $870,692
- Total expenses: $1,752,646
- Investment income and dividends: $913,490
- Number of employees: 0
Revenue Composition (2023)
- Investment income and dividends: $913,490
- Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets: -$42,798
- Total grants and contributions: $0
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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
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include De Smet Jesuit High School ($1,285,000), Cardinal Glennon Children's Foundation ($1,000,000), Barnes-jewish Hospital Foundation ($350,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND RELATED DISORDERS ASSOCIATION INC CHICAGO, IL | GENERAL PURPOSE | $2,000 |
| AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY INC ST LOUIS, MO | ST. LOUIS GOLF CLASSIC | $30,000 |
| ARCHDIOCESE OF ST LOUIS ST LOUIS, MO | ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL | $100,000 |
| BACKSTOPPERS BRENTWOOD, MO | GENERAL PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| BARNES-JEWISH HOSPITAL FOUNDATION ST LOUIS, MO | CANCER FRONTIER FUND, EVELYN'S HOUSE, NANCY ROSS ENDOWED NURSING AWARDS FUND, NANCY ROSS CHIEF NURSING OFFICER HIGHEST PRIORITIES FUND, NANCY ROSS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP IN NURSING EDU | $350,000 |
| BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF EASTERN MISSOURI ST LOUIS, MO | GENERAL PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| BIRTHRIGHT COUNSELING SAINT LOUIS ST LOUIS, MO | ST. LOUIS FOR LIFE GALA SPONSORSHIP | $10,000 |
| BOYS HOPE GIRLS HOPE ST LOUIS, MO | GENERAL PURPOSE | $30,000 |
| CATHEDRAL BASILICA OF ST LOUIS ST LOUIS, MO | GENERAL PURPOSE | $20,000 |
| CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF ST LOUIS ST LOUIS, MO | GENERAL PURPOSE | $15,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is governed by a board of trustees:
- Donald L. Ross (Trustee)
- Nancy A. Ross (Trustee)
- John L. Ross (Trustee)
- Robert M. Ross (Trustee)
- Scott C. Ross (Trustee)
All trustees serve without compensation and dedicate minimal time to their roles (0.25 hours per week).
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DONALD L ROSS | TRUSTEE | 0.25 | — |
| NANCY A ROSS | TRUSTEE | 0.25 | — |
| JOHN L ROSS | TRUSTEE | 0.25 | — |
| ROBERT M ROSS | TRUSTEE | 0.25 | — |
| SCOTT C ROSS | TRUSTEE | 0.25 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ross Family Foundation fund?
The foundation supports nonprofit organizations with a focus on: • Human services • Health • Education • Children and youth • Catholic organizations • Arts and culture The foundation provides both project support and general operating grants to eligible organizations.
How do I apply for a grant from Ross Family Foundation?
**Grant Activity (2023)** • Number of grants: 62 grants awarded • Total distributed: $1,752,646 in expenses • Grant range: Median grant of $13,000; maximum grant of $225,000 • Average grant size: $122,000 **Recent Notable Grants (2023)** • Unlimited Play: $225,000 (General Purpose) • Saint Louis University: $125,000 (Men's Soccer) • Saint Louis University: $125,000 (General Purpose) **Types of Support** • Project support • General operating support
Where does Ross Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation funds nonprofit organizations throughout Missouri and provides funding to a wide range of cities across the United States, including major metropolitan areas and smaller communities. Geographic reach extends to multiple states including California, Illinois, and Texas.
What size grants does Ross Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Ross Family Foundation awarded 73 grants totaling $4.5M — an average of about $61K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Ross Family Foundation's EIN?
Ross Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-6432496. 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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