How to apply
Written solicitation Contact: Rosso Family Foundation, 2502 Elkhorn Ranch Street, Parker, Co, 9496770964, WORDS4STEVEH@GMAIL.COM Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: NONE
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
23 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scripps Health FoundationLA Jolla, CA | Operations | $275K |
| The Bishop's SchoolLA Jolla, CA | Operations | $220K |
| San Diego SymphonySan Diego, CA | Operations | $188K |
| San Diego Zoo Wildlife AllianceSan Diego, CA | Operations | $110K |
| San Diego Padres FoundationSan Diego, CA | Operations | $57K |
| LA Jolla Country Day SchoolLA Jolla, CA | Operations | $40K |
| The New Children's MuseumSan Diego, CA | Operations | $40K |
| Salvation Army Womens Aux Sawa WodSan Diego, CA | Operations | $20K |
| Santa Fe Christian SchoolsSolana Beach, CA | Operations | $20K |
| Museum of Contemporary ArtLA Jolla, CA | Operations | $20K |
| Marantha Christian SchoolSan Diego, CA | Operations | $16K |
| Ronald McDonald House CharitiesSan Diego, CA | Operations | $15K |
| Kellogg Sch of MgmtEvanston, IL | Operations | $10K |
| University of Southern CaliforniaLos Angeles, CA | Operations | $10K |
| Cap GivingEncinitas, CA | Operations | $8,000 |
| Luskin Ortho Inst for ChildrenLos Angeles, CA | Operations | $2,000 |
| St Spyridon Greek FestivalWorcester, MA | Operations | $1,600 |
| Neurales 360Encinitas, CA | Operations | $1,000 |
| Gary Senise FoundationWoodland Hills, CA | Operations | $500 |
| Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food BankSan Diego, CA | Operations | $500 |
| Make a Wish FoundationWashington, DC | Operations | $500 |
| St Jude Children's Research HospitMemphis, TN | Operations | $500 |
| Wounded Warrior ProjectSan Diego, CA | Operations | $500 |
By state: California 19 · Illinois 1 · Massachusetts 1 · District of Columbia 1 · Tennessee 1
About this foundation
Rosso Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Rcho Santa Fe, California, administered in care of Louis T Rosso, tax-exempt since 2011. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Rosso Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Rosso Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $1.1M across 23 grants, a median of $15K.
Where does Rosso Family Foundation give?
California (19 grants), Illinois (1 grants), Massachusetts (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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