The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell
The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell is a private foundation based in Baltimore, Maryland. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations working on voting rights and reentry, environmental protection, and community-led environmental justice efforts.
The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell at a glance
In short: The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell gave $1.5M across 61 grants in 2024 (avg $25K), top state Louisiana. 9% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,504,000
- -24.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 61
- -11.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $24,656
- -14.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $13,000
- Total assets
- $15,111,859
- -2.2% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 9% first-time grantees (5 of 57, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Louisiana (21% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell
- How to Apply
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The filing lists a letter as the application form and materials, with Ms Regan E Ralph as the contact. The foundation does not make gifts or grants to individuals.
- Review Cycle
- None listed.
- Deadline
- None listed.
- Contact
Application contact: Ms Regan E Ralph
Mailing address: Bpg One South St Ste 2900, Baltimore, MD 21202-3334
Phone: (410) 347-7201
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Formerly Incarcerated Convicted People & Families Movement ($175K across 2 grants). Together the top 10 received $815K.
Grant Size Distribution
386 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 354 grants of 386 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states. The largest shares were directed to Louisiana (21%), Pennsylvania (20%), and Florida (18%), followed by Maryland (8%) and the District of Columbia (7%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 61 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell open to new grantees?
9%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 57 grantees (9%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $63K; repeat grants $23K. How we count
Medians: $50K first-time, $12K repeat.
- 91% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 29% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 189% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.2M (2021) to $2.0M (2023). In 2024 it made 61 grants totaling $1.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Formerly Incarcerated Convicted People & Families Movement Windermere, FL | general support and support for the Quest for Democracy Fund | $150,000 |
| Florida Rights Restoration Coalition Orlando, FL | general support | $100,000 |
| New Israel Fund Philadelphia, PA | support for the Israel Center for Educational Innovation for in-class libraries in Israeli elementary schools, in memory of Florence G. Roswell | $100,000 |
| Forward Justice Morrisville, NC | general support | $75,000 |
| VOTE Voice of the Experienced New Orleans, LA | general support | $75,000 |
| Rural Roots Louisiana Donaldsonville, LA | general support | $60,000 |
| BOLD Education Fund Hastings, NE | support for efforts to educate and organize local communities in response to the DeLa Express pipeline | $50,000 |
| The Institute for Enhanced Equity New Orleans, LA | support for the Vessel Project of Louisiana | $50,000 |
| The Partnership Project Washington, DC | support for Oilfield Witness to educate and organize landowners in response to the proposed DeLa Express pipeline | $50,000 |
| Louisiana Bucket Brigade New Orleans, LA | support for Inclusive Louisiana | $40,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,111,859 | $1,608,720 | $1,704,926 | $1,504,000 | 61 | $1,791,914 | $527,452 | $949,302 |
| 2023 | $15,446,475 | $1,338,778 | $2,167,737 | $1,977,790 | 69 | $2,253,634 | $466,286 | $866,796 |
| 2022 | $16,512,042 | $1,117,751 | $1,347,999 | $1,175,173 | 56 | $1,434,448 | $838,700 | $896,168 |
| 2021 | $16,920,100 | $2,946,962 | $1,331,241 | $1,163,348 | 96 | $1,423,434 | $675,655 | $1,007,298 |
| 2020 | $15,526,654 | $1,162,251 | $1,340,162 | $1,199,206 | 104 | — | $886,624 | $818,366 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell reported a distributable amount of $949K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of organizations and activities. For example, the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition describes its mission as ending disenfranchisement and discrimination against people with convictions and creating a more comprehensive reentry system. Forward Justice describes itself as a nonpartisan law, policy, and strategy center dedicated to racial, social, and economic justice.
Environmental grant examples include Rural Roots Louisiana, which describes work introducing children to environmental justice and promoting literacy and community stewardship; Louisiana Bucket Brigade, which supports grassroots action for sustainable neighborhoods free from industrial pollution; and The Descendants Project, which says it champions the voice and well-being of the Black descendant community. The Partnership Project describes its work as improving the effectiveness of environmental organizations.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 61 grants totaling $1,504,000. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $150,000, with a median of $13,000. Notable awards included $150,000 to the Formerly Incarcerated Convicted People & Families Movement for general support and the Quest for Democracy Fund; $100,000 to the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition for general support; and $100,000 to New Israel Fund for in-class libraries in Israeli elementary schools, in memory of Florence G. Roswell. Other awards included $75,000 each to Forward Justice and VOTE Voice of the Experienced, and $60,000 to Rural Roots Louisiana.
The foundation reported 69 grants totaling $1,977,790 in 2023 and 56 grants totaling $1,175,173 in 2022. Its filing states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Arthur E Roswell, Robert A Roswell, Majorie B Roswell, Judith R Weinstein, Barbara S Roswell, and Kenneth B Weinstein as trustees. Judith R Weinstein is listed as President/Trustee; Majorie B Roswell and Barbara S Roswell as Vice Presidents/Trustees. Jennifer A Pratt is Secretary, Scott L Soffen is Assistant Secretary, Stephen J Bass is Treasurer, and Sandra L Glock is Assistant Treasurer.
The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell is led by Judith R Weinstein, President & Trustee since 2021 (on filings since 2020); 1 of 20 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Judith R Weinstein
President & Trustee
Vice President & Trustee → President & Trustee, 2021
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Arthur E Roswell
Trustee
President & Trustee → Trustee, 2021
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Barbara S Roswell
Vice President & Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
David I Roswell
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Kenneth B Weinstein
Trustee
Vice President & Trustee → Trustee, 2021
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Majorie B Roswell
Vice President & Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Michael E Roswell
Vice President & Trustee
Trustee → Vice President & Trustee, 2021
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Robert A Roswell
Trustee
Vice President & Trustee → Trustee, 2021
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Ari R Weinstein
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Jackie Specht
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Maggie Heraty
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Naomi B Roswell
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Eliana R Weinstein
Trustee
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Noah R Weinstein
Trustee
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Regan E Ralph
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2023
4 hrs/week
$17K (2024)
Sandra L Glock
Assistant Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Jennifer A Pratt
Secretary
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Jennifer L Bove
Assistant Treasurer
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Scott L Soffen
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Stephen J Bass
Treasurer
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: Betsy Ringel (2022) — Assistant Secretary
- Former: Anne A Patterson (2020–2021) — Assistant Secretary & Treasurer
- Former: Jill R Robinson (2020–2021) — Secretary
- Former: Evan R Weinstein (2021) — Trustee
- Former: Elizabeth B Roswell (2020) — Chairman of the Board & Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $17K, to Regan E Ralph (Assistant Secretary).
Frequently asked questions about The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell
How much does The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell give each year?
The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell gave $1.5M across 61 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2.0M across 69 grants.
What is The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell's typical grant size?
The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell's median grant in 2024 was $13,000, and its average grant was $24,656, across 61 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell that year got $63K on average.
Where does The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell give grants?
The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell's top state is Louisiana, with 21% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Pennsylvania (20%) and Florida (18%). The most frequent recipient cities were Philadelphia, PA (13 grants), Baltimore, MD (11 grants), Washington, DC (5 grants) and New Orleans, LA (4 grants).
Does The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell give general operating support?
Yes: 74% of The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (45 of 61) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell's largest grantees?
The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell's largest 2024 grantees include Formerly Incarcerated Convicted People & Families Movement ($175,000 across 2 grants), Florida Rights Restoration Coalition ($100,000) and New Israel Fund ($100,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 25% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell?
The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell reported $15.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.8M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $949K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of organizations and activities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell?
The filing lists a letter as the application form and materials, with Ms Regan E Ralph as the contact. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell's EIN?
The Elizabeth B and Arthur E Roswell's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1490498. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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