The Rittvo Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rittvo Family Foundation is a private foundation in Basalt, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,368 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $682 and the largest $57,500. 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$84,368
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$682
- Largest grant$57,500
- Assets$542,003
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2025 was up from $39,030 the year before.
69% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $27,345 | 23 | $510,069 |
| 2023 | $23,960 | 11 | $482,238 |
| 2024 | $39,030 | 12 | $572,630 |
| 2025 | $84,368 | 16 | $542,003 |
How to apply
The Rittvo 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.
What The Rittvo Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 7 | $77,257 |
| New York | 5 | $2,745 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,561 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $180 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $125 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Basalt Education Foundation | General purpose | $57,500 |
| Aspen Jewish Congregation | General purpose | $8,680 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | General purpose | $8,000 |
| Magellan International School | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Chabad - New Orleans | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Western Governors University | General purpose | $1,561 |
| American Committee for the Weizmann | General purpose | $1,036 |
| Federation of Jewish Communities | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Aspen Public Radio | General purpose | $365 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | General purpose | $350 |
| ACLU | General purpose | $259 |
| Mississippi Center for Justice | General purpose | $180 |
| The Neshama Center | General purpose | $180 |
| Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience | General purpose | $125 |
| The Fresh Air Fund | General purpose | $100 |
| English in Action | General purpose | $32 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Rittvo
- Lee Rittvo
Questions people ask
Does The Rittvo Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rittvo Family Foundation give?
$84,368 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $682.
Who runs The Rittvo Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven Rittvo (President) and Lee Rittvo (Treasurer).
What does The Rittvo Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.