RISE is a nonprofit organization founded in 2015 that uses the power of sports to improve race relations and promote social progress. Through collaboration with professional sports leagues, athletes, educators, and media, RISE works to foster understanding, respect, and equality in society.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$4.4M
-7.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$150K
-20.2% YoY
Grant Count
10
-37.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$15K
+27.7% YoY
About Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality
Based on IRS filings
Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality is a nonprofit organization focused on Recreation & Sports, based in NEW YORK, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $4.4M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 10 grants totaling $150K. Net investment income was $618.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $4,360,523 | $4,721,631 | $8,474,253 |
| Revenue | $5,656,027 | $2,674,904 | $2,148,538 |
| Expenses | $6,053,441 | $6,522,273 | $5,655,381 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | $6,347,141 | $5,478,404 |
| Net Investment Income | $618 | $610 | $589 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
47 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Phyllis Wheatley ($15,000), Atlanta Police Athletic LeagueInc ($15,000), Project Blue ($15,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Phyllis Wheatley Minneapolis, MN | Women's sports foundation - general operating support to support mission aligned organization | $15,000 |
| Atlanta Police Athletic LeagueInc Atlanta, GA | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| Project Blue Los Angeles, CA | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| Like Nother Indiannopolis, IN | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| United African Basketball League Hyattsville, MD | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| Philadelphia PAL Philadelphia, PA | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Boston Boston, MA | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Broward County Fort Lauderdale, FL | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| NYC National Sports Zone Foundation Bronx, NY | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Cleveland Avon, OH | Support Building Bridges Through Basketball Youth Multi-Week program | $15,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Tagliabue | Co-Chairman | 0.3 | — |
| Peter Bevacqua | Co-Chairman | 0.3 | — |
| Stephen M Ross | Chairman | 0.3 | — |
| Adam Silver | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Daniel Towriss | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Danny Sillman | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Don Garber | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Gary Bettman | Director | 0.3 | — |
| George Casey Jr | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Jocelyn Benson | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Jon Diament | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Kevin Martinez | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Lee Reed | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Lew Sheer | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Maverick Carter | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Max Siegel | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Rick Cordella | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Rob Manfred | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Roger Goodell | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Sandy Cross | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Scott Pioli | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Sean McManus | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Seth Waugh | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Stacy Tessler Lindau | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Steve Phelps | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Troy Vincent Sr | Director | 0.3 | — |
| Diahann Billings-Burford | CEO | 40 | $467,652 |
| Andrew MacIntosh | Chief Program Officer | 40 | $201,765 |
| Lauren Givner | Chief of Staff | 40 | $204,397 |
| Jerrell Price | Partnerships | 40 | $165,264 |
| Scott Koenning | Sr. Director, Programs & Strategic Comms | 40 | $118,789 |
| Will Greszes | Sr. Director, Data | 40 | $114,205 |
| Zoe Henriquez | Dev Fundraising | 40 | $196,816 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality?
Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality is a nonprofit organization focused on Recreation & Sports, based in NEW YORK, NY. It holds $4.4M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality?
As of 2024, Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality holds $4.4M in total assets with $5.7M in annual revenue. It awarded 10 grants totaling $150K in 2024.
Where does Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality operate?
Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality has awarded grants in California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Vi.
What size grants does Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality award?
In 2024, Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality awarded 10 grants totaling $150K — an average of about $15K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality's EIN?
Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-4225769. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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