Ramp Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ramp Foundation is a private foundation in Woodside, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $826,500 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $250,000. 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$826,500
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $657,500 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $657,500 | 25 | $7.4 million |
| 2024 | $826,500 | 24 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Ramp 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 Ramp Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $496,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $85,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $75,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $20,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marin Community Foundation | General support | $250,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General support | $100,000 |
| Hellman Foundation | General support | $93,000 |
| Theatreworks Inc | General support | $75,000 |
| Electronic Privacy Information Center | General support | $50,000 |
| The Usf Institute for Nonviolence and Social Justice | General support | $30,000 |
| Berkeley Repertory Theatre | General support | $25,000 |
| Sweetwater Music Hall Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Wnet | General support | $25,000 |
| Bread and Roses Community Fund | General support | $20,000 |
| American Conservatory Theater | General support | $20,000 |
| The Political Report Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Camp Winnarainbow | General support | $10,000 |
| Free Press Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| The Center for Cartoon Studies | General support | $10,000 |
| The Walden School | General support | $10,000 |
| Cityside Journalism Initiative | General support | $10,000 |
| The Oakland 68'S | General support | $8,000 |
| My New Red Shoes | General support | $5,000 |
| The 19th News | General support | $5,000 |
| Woodside-Portola Valley Fire Protection Foundation Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Bookstormer Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| American Friends Service Committee | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger McNamee
- Ann McNamee
Questions people ask
Does Ramp Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ramp Foundation give?
$826,500 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Ramp Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roger McNamee (President and Director) and Ann McNamee (Cfo and Director).
What does Ramp Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.