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Ro Family Foundation is a private trust based in MEDWAY, MA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2017. The principal officer is Paul D Carlan. It holds total assets of $5.6M. Annual income is reported at $5.5M. Total assets have grown from $2.4M in 2019 to $4.6M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 6 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2018 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Massachusetts. According to available records, Ro Family Foundation has made 57 grants totaling $315K, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has grown from $140K in 2023 to $175K in 2024. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $15K, with an average award of $6K. The foundation has supported 34 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Massachusetts and New Jersey. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$3K
Average Grant
$4K
Largest Grant
$10K
Based on 24 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Ro Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 57 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MA, NJ.
Ro Family Foundation has distributed a total of $315K across 57 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $6K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $15K.
Ro Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Ro Family Foundation is headquartered in MEDWAY, MA. While based in MA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loraine B Millman | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Paul D Carlan | Trustee, Treasurer, Secret | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David A Werlich | Administrative & Tax Offic | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sarah Carlan | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Margaret A Carlan | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jovan James | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$200K
Total Assets
$4.6M
Fair Market Value
$5.5M
Net Worth
$4.6M
Grants Paid
$175K
Contributions
$501K
Net Investment Income
$982K
Distribution Amount
$216K
Total: $4.5M
Total Grants
57
Total Giving
$315K
Average Grant
$6K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
34
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2024 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treehouse FoundationCharity | Easthampton, MA | $10K | 2024 |
| Stone SoupCharity | Greenfield, MA | $1K | 2024 |
| TapestryCharity | Florence, MA | $6K | 2023 |
| Bay State HealthCharity | Springfield, MA | $15K | 2024 |
| Cooley Dickinson HospitalCharity | Northampton, MA | $15K | 2024 |
| Abortion Rights Fund Of Western MaCharity | Amherst, MA | $10K | 2024 |
| Safe Passage IncCharity | Northampton, MA | $10K | 2024 |
| The Food Bank Of Western MassachusettsCharity | Hatfield, MA | $10K | 2024 |
| Northampton NeighborsCharity | Northampton, MA | $8K | 2024 |
| Community Action Pioneer ValleyCharity | Greenfield, MA | $8K | 2024 |
| Child Advocacy Center Of Hampshire CountyCharity | Northampton, MA | $8K | 2024 |
| Tapestry Health SystemsCharity | Florence, MA | $6K | 2024 |
| Behavioral Health Network IncCharity | Springfield, MA | $6K | 2024 |
| Lifepath IncCharity | Greenfield, MA | $5K | 2024 |
| Northampton Survival CenterCharity | Northampton, MA | $5K | 2024 |
| DiffvelopmentCharity | Montclair, NJ | $5K | 2024 |
| ServicenetCharity | Northampton, MA | $5K | 2024 |
| CisaCharity | South Deerfield, MA | $5K | 2024 |
| The Hampshire County YmcaCharity | Northampton, MA | $5K | 2024 |
| Williston Northampton School - DeiCharity | Easthampton, MA | $5K | 2024 |
| Community Ymca Of GreenfieldCharity | Greenfield, MA | $5K | 2024 |
| NepmCharity | Springfield, MA | $5K | 2024 |
| Child Advocacy Center Of Franklin CountyCharity | Greenfield, MA | $5K | 2024 |
| Dakin Humane SocietyCharity | Springfield, MA | $3K | 2024 |
| Jam Cycling FundCharity | Easthampton, MA | $3K | 2024 |
| Kestrel Land TrustCharity | Amherst, MA | $3K | 2024 |
| Franklin County Land TrustCharity | Shelburne Falls, MA | $3K | 2024 |
| Northampton Arts CouncilCharity | Northampton, MA | $3K | 2024 |
| Amherst A Better ChanceCharity | Amherst, MA | $2K | 2024 |
| Northampton Community Music CenterCharity | Northampton, MA | $2K | 2024 |
| Franklin County Youth Hockey AssociationCharity | Greenfield, MA | $1K | 2024 |
| Shakespeare & CompanyCharity | Lennox, MA | $1K | 2024 |
| Northampton Jazz FestivalCharity | Northampton, MA | $500 | 2024 |