Kistler Ritso Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kistler Ritso Foundation is a private foundation in Stuart, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $484,633 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $41,755 and the largest $290,657. 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$484,633
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$41,755
- Largest grant$290,657
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $428,619 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $428,619 | 5 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $484,633 | 6 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Kistler Ritso 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 Kistler Ritso Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Virginia. It also paid $461,256 in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Tartu | Creative destruction | $290,657 |
| Kistler-Risto Estonian Foundation | Nova project, vabamu | $87,089 |
| Kistler-Risto Estonian Foundation | Global conversations program | $54,391 |
| Kistler-Risto Estonian Foundation | Stanford travel program | $29,119 |
| Institute for Justice | Seminars | $10,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | Seminars | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sylvia Thompson
- Andrew Thompson
- Michael Keller
Questions people ask
Does Kistler Ritso Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kistler Ritso Foundation give?
$484,633 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $41,755.
Who runs Kistler Ritso Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sylvia Thompson (Trustee), Andrew Thompson (Trustee) and Michael Keller (Trustee).
What does Kistler Ritso Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.