The Francis and Kathleen Rooney Foundation
Invitation OnlyTulsa, Oklahoma · EIN 20-5524633 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$4M
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$200,000
Total assets$48M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $70,000 and $350,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
91% of grants went outside Oklahoma.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naples Community Hospital Inc | Naples, FL | General support | $1,500,000 |
| Oklahoma State University Foundation | Stillwater, OK | General support | $675,000 |
| Medal of Honor Museum Foundation | Arlington, TX | General support | $400,000 |
| University of Notre Dame Du Lac | Notre Dame, IN | General support | $350,000 |
| Washington Jesuit Academy | Washington, DC | General support | $300,000 |
| The George W Bush Foundation | Dallas, TX | General support | $250,000 |
| Consortium of Catholic Academies | Washington, DC | General support | $200,000 |
| Ave Maria University Inc | Ave Maria, FL | General support | $100,000 |
| Bella Mente Quantum Racing Association | Minneapolis, MN | General support | $100,000 |
| Naples Historical Society Foundation | Naples, FL | General support | $70,000 |
| Naples Botanical Garden Inc | Naples, FL | General support | $20,000 |
| The Metropolitan Club Preservation Foundation | Washington, DC | General support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,970,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $12,807,812 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513159349102786
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-5524633
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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