Real World Scholars Inc
Preselected recipients only
Real World Scholars Inc is a private foundation in Mariposa, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $54,911 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,656 and the largest $10,001. 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$54,911
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,656
- Largest grant$10,001
- Assets$99,001
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was down from $64,591 the year before.
4% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $107,819 | 91 | $157,491 |
| 2024 | $64,591 | 48 | $96,359 |
| 2025 | $54,911 | 24 | $99,001 |
How to apply
Real World Scholars Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Real World Scholars Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 11 | $36,462 |
| California | 8 | $11,571 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,300 |
| Missouri | 2 | $2,111 |
| Georgia | 1 | $967 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baldwin High School | To support organization's mission | $10,001 |
| Keystone Oaks Middle School | To support organization's mission | $7,759 |
| Otto-Eldred JS Hs | To support organization's mission | $3,775 |
| El Camino High School | To support organization's mission | $3,489 |
| Monteith Elementary School | To support organization's mission | $3,300 |
| Riverview Jr Sr Hs | To support organization's mission | $3,126 |
| Ramsay Elementary School | To support organization's mission | $2,308 |
| South Park High School | To support organization's mission | $2,150 |
| IU1 - Educational Campus Waynesburg | To support organization's mission | $2,057 |
| Central Coast New Tech High School | To support organization's mission | $2,048 |
| Chartiers Valley High School | To support organization's mission | $2,041 |
| Other Charitable Donation Expense | To support organization's mission | $1,700 |
| Inman Intermediate | To support organization's mission | $1,611 |
| Bellwood Antis Middle School | To support organization's mission | $1,484 |
| Blossom Valley Elementary | To support organization's mission | $1,478 |
| Monteith Middlehigh School | To support organization's mission | $1,199 |
| Carlsbad High School | To support organization's mission | $1,068 |
| Elm Street Elementary | To support organization's mission | $967 |
| Colfax High School | To support organization's mission | $788 |
| Carmichaels Area JRSR High School | To support organization's mission | $562 |
| Alba Community Day School | To support organization's mission | $500 |
| Guernsey-Sunrise Public School | To support organization's mission | $500 |
| JC Montgomery | To support organization's mission | $500 |
| Northland Innovation Center | To support organization's mission | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Cahalin
- Elyse Burden
- Neville Billimoria
- Darius Jones
- Debra Titus
- Jennifer Stillittano
- Grant Knowles
- Jane Shore
- Kwaku Aning
- Spencer Taylor
- Tony Simmons
Questions people ask
Does Real World Scholars Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Real World Scholars Inc give?
$54,911 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,656.
Who runs Real World Scholars Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John Cahalin (President/Treasurer), Elyse Burden (Director), Neville Billimoria (Director) and Darius Jones (Director) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Real World Scholars Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.