The Ryan Evans Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ryan Evans Foundation is a private foundation in Visalia, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $680,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $36,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$680,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$36,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$15.2 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $430,000 the year before.
11% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $535,000 | 11 | $9.2 million |
| 2023 | $430,000 | 8 | $14.5 million |
| 2024 | $680,000 | 9 | $15.2 million |
How to apply
The Ryan 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.
What The Ryan Evans Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 2 | $350,000 |
| California | 6 | $294,000 |
| New York | 1 | $36,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis School | Contribution to general fund | $200,000 |
| Chesterson Academy | Contribution to general fund | $150,000 |
| Grandma's House | Contribution to general fund | $100,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Tulare County | Contribution to general fund | $50,000 |
| Big Brothers & Big Sisters | Contribution to general fund | $36,000 |
| Desert Community Foundation | Contribution to general fund | $36,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Contribution to general fund | $36,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Contribution to general fund | $36,000 |
| Casa of Tulare County | Contribution to general fund | $36,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sara G Evans
- Norman K Evans
Questions people ask
Does The Ryan Evans Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ryan Evans Foundation give?
$680,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $36,000.
Who runs The Ryan Evans Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sara G Evans (Director, Secretary, Cfo) and Norman K Evans (Director, President).
What does The Ryan Evans Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.