Dr Abigail Ross Foundation for Applied Conservation
Invitation OnlyMachesney Park, Illinois · EIN 92-2648995 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100 and $24,390.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mad Dog Initiative | Greenbrier, AR | To further program services | $24,390 |
| Association Women Rise Wildlife | Ambohidratrimo, MA | Grant proposal | $7,000 |
| Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation | Schererville, IN | To further program services | $100 |
The return also lists 6 grants to individuals ($40,600). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $72,090 | 9 |
| 2024 | $104,762 | 9 |
| 2023 | $20,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641319349101639
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 92-2648995
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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