The Rose Society

Where generosity grows and impact leads.

Benjamin Rose celebrates the generosity of donors who give $1,000 (~$84 monthly) or more annually through membership in The Rose Society. As a member, you’ll receive exclusive recognition, updates and opportunities that reflect the impact of your leadership support.

Member Benefits:

  • Invitation to an annual, members-only event
  • Priority registration for programs and events
  • Recognition in our annual report
  • A Rose Society car magnet
  • Merchandise from our online brand store

By joining The Rose Society, you make a lasting difference for the older adults and families we serve.

Questions? Contact Ethan Krasnow, Development Director, at [email protected] or (216) 373-1928.

*Gifts qualifying for Rose Society recognition must total $1,000+ within a single fiscal year. Eligible contributions include cash donations, event sponsorships or advertising commitments, gifts made through donor-advised funds, stock transfers, annuities, or other forms of planned giving.

Your support helps us flourish

Thank you to the members of The Rose Society for your generosity. Your philanthropy and commitment provides support for the aging journeys of older adults and those who care for them.

Interested in becoming a member of The Rose Society? Visit our Donation page and select The Rose Society option on the donation form.

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2025 Rose Society Members

Nancy A. Adams

Anonymous

Nancy M. Barnes

Orion & Buffy Bell

Michelle Bentizien-Purrington & Ronald Purrington

Michael M. Billnitzer

Robert Bloom

Semanthie & Sylvester Books

Kathryn J. Bryan & Mark A. Aronica

Geoffrey Dampeer

Belva Denmark Tibbs & Marc Tibbs

Teresa Dews

Sarah M. Dimling

Diane Downing & Thomas Corrigan

Emily Drake

Cynthia H. Dunn & Dale Cuthbertson

Deborah C. Enty

Ruth & Vincent Fiodalis

Patricia R. Frutig

Gina K. & David Gunning

Mary Ruth & Joseph Hill

Katherine Barr Hollingsworth & Adam Hollingsworth

Constance Hill-Johnson

Dwight & Patricia Jordan

Kathryn L. & James Kaesberg

Audra & Matt Bennett

Hermine & David Ostro

Jennifter B. Langston

Lori & Richard Lozier

Kirk Schmink & Mary Beth Majoros

Andrew & Marcia Margolius

Mary & Brian Marita

Jennifer & Dale Markworth

Eileen McConville

Bea McPherson

Barbara & Ken Messinger-Rapport

Frank & Patricia Novak

Sue & Dale Omori

Edward H. Richard

Dale M. & Joyce C. Rothenberger

Kathy Smachlo

Philip Star & Jane Peterson

Elizabeth F. & Frederick Stueber

Kathie & Jason Yurgel

Learn more about us

At the turn of the 19th century, Benjamin Rose had become one of Cleveland’s wealthiest citizens. Around 1893, he began to think about creating an endowment to care for older adults and provide stipends, allowing them to stay in their homes and maintain comfort and dignity for as long as possible. In his will, he outlined an institute that could not only grow but evolve, something the organization has done since Rose’s passing in 1908.

OUR HISTORY