The Rifkin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rifkin Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.3 million and the largest $1.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.3 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.3 million
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$26.9 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 1 | $22.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 1 | $24.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 1 | $26.9 million |
How to apply
The Rifkin 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $1.3 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Unrestricted general purpose of the grantee | $1.3 million |
Officers and trustees
- Monroe M Rifkin
- Rella S Rifkin
- Stuart G Rifkin
- Bruce A Rifkin
- Ruth Rifkin Bennis
Questions people ask
Does The Rifkin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rifkin Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.3 million.
Who runs The Rifkin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Monroe M Rifkin (President), Rella S Rifkin (Vice President), Stuart G Rifkin (Secretary) and Bruce A Rifkin (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.