John & Judy Rice Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John & Judy Rice Family Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $119,779 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $22,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$119,779
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2025 was down from $144,869 the year before.
45% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $180,665 | 37 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $144,869 | 34 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $119,779 | 32 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
John & Judy Rice Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What John & Judy Rice Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 10 | $57,938 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $14,500 |
| Missouri | 6 | $12,890 |
| Illinois | 3 | $12,500 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $11,000 |
| Tennessee | 6 | $5,451 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $2,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Diocese of Phoenix Arizona | General fund | $22,500 |
| St Peter Catholic Church | General fund | $12,500 |
| Saint Paul Seminary | General fund | $10,000 |
| United Way of Decatur | Wsoy food drive | $10,000 |
| St Patrick Catholic Church | General fund | $8,500 |
| St Mattew Catholic Church | General fund | $6,500 |
| St Louis Children's Hospital Foundation | General fund | $6,000 |
| Troon Scholarship Foundation | General fund | $5,200 |
| St Mary's Food Bank | General fund | $5,000 |
| The Society of the St Vincent de Paul | General fund | $5,000 |
| Villa Duchesne | General fund | $5,000 |
| Andre House | General fund | $3,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | General fund | $3,000 |
| Saint Philip Catholic Church | General fund | $3,000 |
| Blood Cancer United | General fund | $2,000 |
| Folds of Honor | General fund | $2,000 |
| Stones Thrown Forward | General fund | $2,000 |
| Missouri Wildlife Rescue Center | General fund | $1,010 |
| St Francis Shelter Community Food Pantry | General fund | $1,000 |
| University of St Thomas | General fund | $1,000 |
| Grace Works Ministry | General fund | $750 |
| St Patrick Catholic Church | Adopt a family | $738 |
| Westhaven Foundation | General fund | $600 |
| Grace Evangelical | General fund | $500 |
| Guardian Angel Cathedral | General fund | $500 |
| Our Lady of Joy | General fund | $500 |
| Rolling Hills Community Church | General fund | $500 |
| Ste Genevive du Bois | General fund | $500 |
| Williamson County Youth Athletic Association (Franklin Baseball Club) | General fund | $500 |
| Pedal the Cause | General fund | $260 |
| SMS Health Cardinal | General fund | $120 |
| Monroe Carell Jr Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt | Champ's toy chest donations | $101 |
Officers and trustees
- John D Rice
- Judy L Rice
- James R Rice
- Bridget M Short
- Colleen A Hatfield
Questions people ask
Does John & Judy Rice Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Judy Rice Family Foundation give?
$119,779 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs John & Judy Rice Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John D Rice (President), Judy L Rice (Secretary), James R Rice (Treasurer) and Bridget M Short (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does John & Judy Rice Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.