John M. Ross Foundation - Program Grant
Funding Amount
US $1,000 - US $5,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
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Required status
- Commitment of school principal (if applicable)Accepts fiscal sponsors
Other requirements
- Programs/projects must benefit Big Island teens.
Not eligible / not funded
- Not eligible: The funds cannot be used toward large capital projects
Overview
The John M. Ross Foundation offers program grants aimed at supporting 501(c)(3) charitable organizations on the Big Island of Hawaii, specifically targeting teens aged 11-18. Priority is given to initiatives that cater to those with higher needs and limited access to resources. Key areas of interest include arts, education, health, and community services. Eligible programs must benefit local teens and can accept fiscal sponsorships, ensuring impactful outreach to those in need.
The Distribution Committee provides assistance to qualified tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organizations on the Big Island of Hawaii that focus on teens from 11-18 years of age.
Priority is given to programs/projects that support teens with higher needs and limited access. The following are examples of “higher needs and limited access”: financial need, little or no family support, limited access to transportation, resources, and/or activities
Fields of Interest:
- Arts & CultureEducationEnvironmentHealthHuman ServicesReligionCommunity
Eligibility
Programs/projects must benefit Big Island teensCommitment of school principal (if applicable)Accepts fiscal sponsors
What John M Ross Foundation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 3
- Total given
- $25K
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Range
- $5,000–$15K
- By dollars: Hawaii 100%. Top recipient cities: Honolulu, HI; Kamuela, HI.
Example grants
University of Hawaii Foundation · Honolulu, HI
Scholarship for hawaii
$15K
Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra Society · Kamuela, HI
Music education for
$5,000
The Salvation Army - Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Division · Honolulu, HI
Kona corps teen enrichment
$5,000
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Nonprofits
- Youth programs
- Arts
- Education
- Community services
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