Rock Paper Scissors Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Rock Paper Scissors Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Los Altos Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $80,000 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$80,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$30.2 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
7% of its 2024 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 | $1.2 million | 16 | $24.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 15 | $30.2 million |
How to apply
Rock Paper Scissors Foundation 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.
What Rock Paper Scissors Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $400,000 |
| New York | 2 | $330,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $260,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $80,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders USA | General support | $250,000 |
| Pinewood School | General support | $140,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Carter Center | General support | $100,000 |
| Direct Relief International | General support | $80,000 |
| Eastside Preparatory School | General support | $80,000 |
| Global Partners for Development | General support | $80,000 |
| Grameen Foundation | General support | $80,000 |
| International Red Cross | General support | $80,000 |
| One Acre Fund | General support | $80,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | General support | $80,000 |
| Caf America | Grant for tusk charitable organization | $10,000 |
| Santa Clara University | General support | $10,000 |
| Kqed | General support | $5,000 |
| Palo Alto Humane Society | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Keith H Randall
- Kay MB Randall
Questions people ask
Does Rock Paper Scissors Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rock Paper Scissors Foundation Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $80,000.
Who runs Rock Paper Scissors Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Keith H Randall (President/Treasurer/Direct) and Kay MB Randall (Secretary).
What does Rock Paper Scissors Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and human services.