Ranae Desantis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ranae Desantis Foundation is a private foundation in Escondido, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $403,153 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $24,000 and the largest $51,000. 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$403,153
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$24,000
- Largest grant$51,000
- Assets$14.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $730,561 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $630,370 | 31 | $11.1 million |
| 2023 | $730,561 | 35 | $13.3 million |
| 2024 | $403,153 | 20 | $14.2 million |
How to apply
Ranae Desantis 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 Ranae Desantis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $280,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $52,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $44,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $12,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $6,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,653 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Furrever Cat and Kitten Rescue | General fund | $51,000 |
| Bioneers | General fund | $49,000 |
| Fairplay | General fund | $44,000 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | General fund | $34,000 |
| Kqed | General fund | $25,000 |
| Amazon Watch | General fund | $25,000 |
| Humane Society Silicon | General fund | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General fund | $24,000 |
| Green America | General fund | $24,000 |
| One Comm LG | General fund | $24,000 |
| Montalvo Arts Center | General fund | $24,000 |
| Acterra | General fund | $14,000 |
| Charity Navigator | General fund | $12,000 |
| National Christian Foundation | General fund | $6,000 |
| Maryland Youth Ballet | General fund | $5,000 |
| Stroke Awareness Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Friends of Earth Foundation | General fund | $4,000 |
| Martis Camp Foundation | General fund | $4,000 |
| Givesmart | General fund | $3,653 |
| Mercury News Wish Book | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Ranae Desantis
Questions people ask
Does Ranae Desantis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ranae Desantis Foundation give?
$403,153 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $24,000.
Who runs Ranae Desantis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann Ranae Desantis (Trustee).
What does Ranae Desantis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.