Rodan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rodan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Orinda, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $10.8 million in 56 grants; the typical grant was $92,500 and the largest $4.3 million. 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$10.8 million
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$92,500
- Largest grant$4.3 million
- Assets$83.0 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was down from $11.4 million the year before.
23% 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 | $11.4 million | 57 | $85.5 million |
| 2024 | $10.8 million | 56 | $83.0 million |
How to apply
Rodan Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Rodan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 6 | $5.9 million |
| California | 32 | $3.5 million |
| New York | 10 | $685,005 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $225,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $200,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $150,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $75,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Venture Fund | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $4.3 million |
| Hopewell Fund | Charitable purposes of the organization | $829,000 |
| Wilshire Boulevard Temple | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $730,090 |
| Urban Adamah | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $355,000 |
| Gather Inc | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $300,000 |
| The Hammer Museum | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $300,000 |
| Service Year Exchange | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $250,000 |
| Aspen Art Museum | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $200,000 |
| United States Veterans Initiative | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $200,000 |
| URJ Camp Newman | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $200,000 |
| The Washington Institute for Near East Policy | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $150,000 |
| OneTable East Bay | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $150,000 |
| America-Israel Democracy Coalition | Charitable purposes of the organization | $150,000 |
| JCC Association of North America | Charitable purposes of the organization | $125,000 |
| University of Southern California | Charitable purposes of the organization | $125,000 |
| Jews of Color Initiative | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $120,000 |
| Community Partners | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $115,000 |
| Moishe House | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $114,002 |
| American Israel Education Foundation | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $105,000 |
| Adat Ari El | Charitable purposes of the organization | $103,265 |
| Temple Beth Hillel | Charitable purposes of the organization | $100,500 |
| Join for Justice Inc | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $100,000 |
| Central Fund of Israel | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $100,000 |
| Institute for Jewish and Community Research | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $100,000 |
| Temple Israel of Hollywood | Charitable purposes of the organization | $100,000 |
| The Giving Back Fund | Charitable purposes of the organization | $100,000 |
| Bnai Simcha Jewish Community Preschool | Charitable purposes of the organization | $99,302 |
| Upstart Bay Area | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $95,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $90,000 |
| Wilderness Torah | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $80,000 |
| Temple Isaiah | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $75,000 |
| Jewish Studio Army | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $75,000 |
| Sukkat shalom inc | Charitable purposes of the organization | $75,000 |
| Oshman Family Jewish Community Center | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $68,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $55,000 |
| buildOn Inc | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $50,000 |
| Chabad of Danville & S Ramon | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $50,000 |
| FMW Nonprofit Solutions | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $50,000 |
| M2 The Institute for Experiential Jewish Education | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $50,000 |
| Repair the World | Charitable Purposes of the Organization | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elana Rodan Schuldt
- Kara Dille
- Amnon Rodan
- Kathryn Rodan
Questions people ask
Does Rodan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rodan Family Foundation give?
$10.8 million in tax year 2024, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $92,500.
Who runs Rodan Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elana Rodan Schuldt (President & CEO), Kara Dille (Secretary), Amnon Rodan (Director) and Kathryn Rodan (Director).
What does Rodan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.