Gordon Rausser Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gordon Rausser Foundation is a private foundation in Berkeley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $413,479 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $402,779. 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$413,479
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$402,779
- Assets$16.2 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $264,200 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $332,081 | 16 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $264,200 | 10 | $13.1 million |
| 2025 | $413,479 | 8 | $16.2 million |
How to apply
Gordon Rausser 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 Gordon Rausser Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $411,479 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A to Z Foundation | Scholarship fund | $402,779 |
| Uc Berkley | General program support | $2,500 |
| Kqed | General program support | $2,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | General program support | $2,000 |
| Hoover Institute Stanford | General program support | $2,000 |
| Wounded Worriors | General program support | $1,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General program support | $1,000 |
| Berkeley Police Association | General program support | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Gordon C Rausser
- Paige Rausser
- Gordon S Rausser
- Stephanie Rausser
- Ann Hsu
Questions people ask
Does Gordon Rausser Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gordon Rausser Foundation give?
$413,479 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Gordon Rausser Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gordon C Rausser (Director), Paige Rausser (President), Gordon S Rausser (Vice President) and Stephanie Rausser (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Gordon Rausser Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.