Private foundation · EIN 48-6125814
Ross Foundation
Kansas City, MO
Ross Foundation is a private foundation based in Kansas City, MO. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, it reported $261K in grants and contributions paid across 38 grants, with $7.91M in assets (fair market value). Its return lists how to submit a request. Its largest grants went to The Land Institute, United Way of the Plains and Unity School of Christianity.
How to request funding
- Contact
- Bill Sheets
- Phone
- 9134862752
- Address
- 4741 Central Street Suite 572, Kansas City, Mo, 64112
- Form and materials
- No prescribed form
As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2025. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.
Largest grants, tax year 2025
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Land Institute | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $30,000 |
| United Way of the Plains | Kansas City, MO | Program Services | $30,000 |
| Unity School of Christianity | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $25,000 |
| Givewell | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $20,000 |
| Pkd Foundation | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $18,000 |
| Chix 4 a Cause | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $10,000 |
| Kansas Humane Society | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $10,000 |
| Smile Train | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Santa Cruz | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $7,000 |
| Independent Unity | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Kc | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,000 |
| Kansas City Care Clinic | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,000 |
| Augusta Community Caring Center | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,000 |
| Friends of Santa Cruz Public Libraries | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,000 |
| Land Trust of Santa Cruz County | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,000 |
| The Lord's Diner | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,000 |
| National Depression Glass Museum | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,000 |
| Native Animal Rescue | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,000 |
| Newspring Church | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,000 |
| Santa Cruz Shakespeare | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,000 |
| Santa Crux Spca | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $5,000 |
| Joel Osteen Ministries | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $4,000 |
| Kc Pet Project | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $4,000 |
| Bridging the Gap | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $3,000 |
| Childrens Mercy of Kc | Kansas City, MO | Operating | $3,000 |
The 25 largest of 38 grants listed on the return. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does Ross Foundation accept grant applications?
Its Form 990-PF lists how to submit a request. Form and materials: No prescribed form. Confirm current requirements with the foundation before applying.
How much does Ross Foundation give each year?
For tax year 2025, it reported $261,000 in grants and contributions paid (38 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has Ross Foundation funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to The Land Institute (MO), $30K, United Way of the Plains (MO), $30K, Unity School of Christianity (MO), $25K, Givewell (MO), $20K and Pkd Foundation (MO), $18K.