John S and Jody J Ross Foundation
Invitation OnlySt Louis, Missouri · EIN 43-1544557 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$197K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$509K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $13,500.
From the return
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
0% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Botanical Garden | St Louis, MO | To support scientific research and education. | $175,000 |
| St Louis Symphony Orchestra | St Louis, MO | To support the organization's education programs. | $13,500 |
| John Burroughs School | St Louis, MO | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Villa Duchesne | St Louis, MO | Charitable donation | $2,500 |
| Rev Thomas O Mulvihill Jr | St Louis, MO | Charitable donation | $500 |
| Commemorative Air Force Missouri Wing | St Charles, MO | To support the organization's education programs. | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $196,600 | 6 |
| 2024 | $234,900 | 1 |
| 2023 | $313,300 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611279349101951
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-1544557
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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