Ross Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyWinnetka, Illinois · EIN 36-4485964 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$119K
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$2,700
Total assets$2.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $400 and $10,000.
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
12% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance for the Great Lakes | Chicago, IL | Civic | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross | Washington, DC | Civic | $25,000 |
| Chicago Public Media | Chicago, IL | Civoc | $25,000 |
| Gary Sinise Fdn | Nashville, TN | Civic | $12,000 |
| Margaret's Villages | Chicago, IL | Civic | $10,000 |
| Erie Family Health Fdn | Chicago, IL | Civic | $6,000 |
| Winnetka Community House | Winnetka, IL | Civic | $4,100 |
| Nature Conservancy | Chicago, IL | Civic | $2,700 |
| Northwestern Settlemenr | Chicago, IL | Civic | $2,700 |
| Down Syndrome | Chicago, IL | Health | $2,500 |
| Erika's Lighthouse | Winnetka, IL | Enviromental | $1,500 |
| North Shore Senior Center | Northfield, IL | Civic | $1,000 |
| Just Harvest | Chicago, IL | Cicic | $400 |
| Skokie Cc Educational Fdn | Glencoe, IL | Educational | $400 |
| Toys for Tots | Chicago, IL | Civic | $394 |
| Winnetka Historical Soc | Winnetka, IL | Civic | $300 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $118,994 | 16 |
| 2024 | $94,675 | 19 |
| 2023 | $97,000 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612359349100201
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4485964
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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