The Ray and Wyn Ritchie Evans Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ray and Wyn Ritchie Evans Foundation is a private foundation in Culver City, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $150,498 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$150,498
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$10.0 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $121,329 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $224,200 | 20 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $121,329 | 12 | $9.7 million |
| 2025 | $150,498 | 15 | $10.0 million |
How to apply
The Ray and Wyn Ritchie Evans 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 The Ray and Wyn Ritchie Evans Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $87,100 |
| New York | 6 | $63,398 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Empire Animal Rescue Society Inc | General | $20,000 |
| Seneca Salamanca Chamber of Commerce | General | $20,000 |
| Public Counsel | General | $20,000 |
| The J Paul Getty Trust | General | $15,000 |
| Inner City Arts | General | $10,000 |
| Museique | General | $10,000 |
| Sam Francis Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Venice Family Clinic Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Cattaraugus County Living Arts Association | General | $8,398 |
| International Documentary Association | General | $6,000 |
| Salamanca Area Historical Society and Museum | General | $5,000 |
| The Samburu Project | General | $5,000 |
| Daisy Jopling Music Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| City As Living Laboratory | General | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Venice | General | $1,100 |
Officers and trustees
- Frederick M Nicholas Thru June 2025
- Anthony E Nicholas
- Lisa Duckett
- Mona Nicholas From June 2025
Questions people ask
Does The Ray and Wyn Ritchie Evans Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ray and Wyn Ritchie Evans Foundation give?
$150,498 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Ray and Wyn Ritchie Evans Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frederick M Nicholas Thru June 2025 (President), Anthony E Nicholas (Secretary), Lisa Duckett (Cfo) and Mona Nicholas From June 2025 (Board Director).
What does The Ray and Wyn Ritchie Evans Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.