The Norman R Rales and Ruth Rales Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Norman R Rales and Ruth Rales Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $132 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $123 million. 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$132 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$123 million
- Assets$53.5 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $37.0 million the year before.
31% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $13.4 million | 16 | $212 million |
| 2023 | $37.0 million | 17 | $185 million |
| 2024 | $132 million | 13 | $53.5 million |
How to apply
The Norman R Rales and Ruth Rales 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 Norman R Rales and Ruth Rales Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $123 million |
| New York | 2 | $4.0 million |
| Florida | 1 | $2.5 million |
| Maryland | 4 | $2.3 million |
| Virginia | 2 | $265,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | Educational support | $123 million |
| Anti-Defamation League | General support | $2.5 million |
| Ruth and Norman Rales Jewish Family Services Inc | Counseling and educational support | $2.5 million |
| Montgomery County Public Schools Educational Foundation Inc | Educational support | $2.0 million |
| Success Academy Charter Schools Inc | Educational support | $1.4 million |
| Johns Hopkins University | Medical support | $160,000 |
| Ron Brown Scholar Fund | Educational support | $150,000 |
| Conquer Cancer Fdn of the American Society of Clinical Oncology | General support | $115,000 |
| Congregation Beth El of Montgomery | General support | $100,000 |
| Chabad at Duke Ug Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Foundation for the Defense of Democracies Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Council | General support | $25,000 |
| St Bartholomew Catholic Church | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven M Rales
- Mitchell P Rales
- Joshua B Rales
- Joseph O Bunting III
- Mary W Dunn
- Teresa LC Baldwin
- Ileane Rosenthal
- Queenie H Chung
Questions people ask
Does The Norman R Rales and Ruth Rales Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Norman R Rales and Ruth Rales Foundation give?
$132 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs The Norman R Rales and Ruth Rales Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven M Rales (Trustee), Mitchell P Rales (Trustee), Joshua B Rales (Trustee & President) and Joseph O Bunting III (Vice President & Treasurer) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Norman R Rales and Ruth Rales Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.