Rifkind Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rifkind Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $13,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$13,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $50,000 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,000 | 6 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 5 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 8 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Rifkind 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 Rifkind Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eclivibes | Unrestricted gift | $13,000 |
| Association to Benefit Children | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| NYU Stern School of Business | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Immigration Legal Services of Long Island | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| The Brick Clay Studio & Gallery | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Advocates for Children of NYC | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Gallery North | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Catholic Charities Community Services | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Rifkind
- Barbara Rifkind
- First State Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Rifkind Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rifkind Family Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Rifkind Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nancy Rifkind (Co-Trustee), Barbara Rifkind (Co-Trustee) and First State Trust Company (Agent).
What does Rifkind Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and human services.