The Rich and Alison Rao Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rich and Alison Rao Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$32,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $38,000 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $38,000 | 2 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $32,000 | 4 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Rich and Alison Rao 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chemistry RX | Expenditure responsibility grant | $15,000 |
| The Kings Academy | All Aboard Campaign | $10,000 |
| Austin Ridge Bible Church | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| JC7 Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alison Rao
- Richard J Rao
Questions people ask
Does The Rich and Alison Rao Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rich and Alison Rao Family Foundation give?
$32,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Rich and Alison Rao Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alison Rao (Dir, Pres) and Richard J Rao (Dir, Sec, Treas).