The Rising Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rising Foundation is a private foundation in Pleasanton, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $342,242 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $88,477. 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$342,242
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$88,477
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $147,918 the year before.
78% 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 | $145,000 | 6 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $147,918 | 6 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $342,242 | 12 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The Rising 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 Rising Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $292,242 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Safe Place International | General support | $88,477 |
| Consciousness and Healing Initiativ | Tuning Through Anxiety (3 year grant) | $25,000 |
| Bionutrient Food Association | Real food campaign | $25,000 |
| Individual | Incubator farm | $25,000 |
| Children of the Rainforest | To support cultural & learning center | $25,000 |
| Doula for the People | Foodie doula program | $25,000 |
| Afripeace Development Foundation | Youth cultural exchange | $25,000 |
| Individual | Food as medicine | $25,000 |
| Good Work Institute | General support | $25,000 |
| Sustainable Economic Enterprises of | Compostars app | $23,765 |
| Individual | Hylo usability grant | $20,000 |
| Modern Family Institute | Sponsorship | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey W Parrett
- Eric Soderstrom
- Laura Boone
- Robert Lucas
- Jeneba Kilgore
Questions people ask
Does The Rising Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rising Foundation give?
$342,242 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Rising Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey W Parrett (Chairman), Eric Soderstrom (Treasurer), Laura Boone (Secretary) and Robert Lucas (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Rising Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, food and hunger and youth programs.