Dare Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dare Foundation is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $937,414 in 45 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $400,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$937,414
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$16.8 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $788,965 the year before.
71% of its 2024 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 | $788,965 | 39 | $16.6 million |
| 2024 | $937,414 | 45 | $16.8 million |
How to apply
Dare 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 Dare Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California. It also paid $23,350 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 24 | $679,149 |
| New York | 14 | $230,610 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,800 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $505 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dare Donor Advised Fund | General | $400,000 |
| Sorek | General | $125,000 |
| Foundation for Jewish Camp Inc | General | $100,000 |
| Chakara | General | $50,000 |
| Israel Democracy Fund | General | $25,000 |
| Oshman Family Jewish Community Center | General | $23,000 |
| Abraham Initiatives | General | $20,000 |
| Burning Man Project | General | $20,000 |
| Shalom Hartman Institute | General | $20,000 |
| Leadareship at Kellogg - Recanati Program | General | $18,350 |
| Hebrew Free Loan Association of San Francisco | General | $18,000 |
| Jewish Funders Network | General | $16,500 |
| Second Harvest | General | $15,000 |
| Far Away Projects | General | $10,000 |
| JCRC | General | $10,000 |
| Batsheva Dance Company | General | $5,000 |
| Icon - Israeli Collaboration Network | General | $5,000 |
| Jewish Community Federation | General | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation | General | $5,000 |
| Regional Art Collaboration | General | $5,000 |
| San Francisco Opera | General | $5,000 |
| Silicon Valley Jewish Film Festival | General | $5,000 |
| Polyphony Via Pef | General | $4,000 |
| Acluf | General | $3,600 |
| Hillel of Silicon Valley | General | $3,600 |
| Theatre Works | General | $3,500 |
| Jewish Family Children's Services | General | $2,800 |
| Planned Parenthood | General | $2,500 |
| Contemporary Jewish Muesum | General | $1,800 |
| Encounter Programs Inc | General | $1,800 |
| Israeli Policy Forum | General | $1,800 |
| NCLR | General | $1,800 |
| Arelekin Players Theatre | General | $1,000 |
| Spirit Rock Meditation Center | General | $1,000 |
| Kqed | General | $600 |
| Congregation Kol Emeth | General | $500 |
| The Ari Fuld Project | General | $360 |
| Nmaahc | General | $250 |
| US Holocaust Museum | General | $200 |
| Corporation of the Fine Arts Museum | General | $119 |
Officers and trustees
- Zack Rinat
- Orli Rinat
Questions people ask
Does Dare Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dare Foundation give?
$937,414 in tax year 2024, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Dare Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Zack Rinat (President) and Orli Rinat (Chairman).
What does Dare Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and arts and culture.