Novogradac Rivers Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Novogradac Rivers Foundation is a private foundation in Orinda, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $603,200 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $17,600 and the largest $200,000. 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$603,200
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$17,600
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$19.2 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $674,333 the year before.
42% 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 | $674,333 | 16 | $18.6 million |
| 2024 | $603,200 | 12 | $19.2 million |
How to apply
Novogradac Rivers 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 Novogradac Rivers Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $331,650 |
| New York | 2 | $201,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $20,200 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwell Health Foundation | General assistance | $200,000 |
| Stanford University | General asssitance | $200,000 |
| UCLA Jonsson Cancer Center | General assistance | $53,150 |
| Claremont McKenna College | General asssitance | $50,000 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Neurosurgery skull base research and innovation fund | $50,000 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | General assistance | $20,200 |
| The Athenian School | Excellent educator grant | $15,000 |
| Mike Rowe Works Foundation | General assistance; matching contributions | $10,000 |
| Oakland Girls Softball League | General assistance | $2,000 |
| The Cancer League | General assistance | $1,500 |
| The NHP Foundation | General assistance | $1,250 |
| Urban Land Institute Annual Fund | General assistance | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael J Novogradac
- Charles J Novogradac
- John Ross J Novogradac
- Elizabeth J Novogradac
Questions people ask
Does Novogradac Rivers Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Novogradac Rivers Foundation give?
$603,200 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $17,600.
Who runs Novogradac Rivers Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael J Novogradac (Ceo), Charles J Novogradac (Cfo), John Ross J Novogradac (Secretary) and Elizabeth J Novogradac (Assistant Secretary).
What does Novogradac Rivers Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.