Mark and Lisa Ratner Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Mark and Lisa Ratner Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $139,814 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$139,814
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $315,491 the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $102,125 | 19 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $315,491 | 14 | $7.8 million |
| 2025 | $139,814 | 27 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
Mark and Lisa Ratner Family Foundation Inc 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 Mark and Lisa Ratner Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Minnesota. It also paid $3,862 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 13 | $99,728 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $15,570 |
| Illinois | 2 | $10,100 |
| Florida | 4 | $8,709 |
| New York | 3 | $1,220 |
| Michigan | 1 | $625 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amos and Celia Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School | General support | $50,000 |
| American Israel Education Foundation (Aipac) | General support | $10,000 |
| Beth El Foundation of Minnesota Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Hillel | General support | $10,000 |
| Secure Community Network | General support | $10,000 |
| PJ Library | General support | $10,000 |
| Herzl Camp Foundation Inc | General support | $8,250 |
| Sholom Foundation | General support | $7,200 |
| Emissasry | General support | $5,570 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Naples Inc | General support | $5,087 |
| Jewish Youth Library | General support | $3,600 |
| Beth Tikvah Napels | General support | $2,500 |
| Chabad Young Professionals | General support | $1,556 |
| Gemilus Chesed Zichron Society (GCZS) | General support | $1,000 |
| Rosh Hashanah - MCF | General support | $1,000 |
| Napels Concert Band | General support | $1,000 |
| Chabad Jewish Center of Troy | General support | $625 |
| Temple Isreal News | General support | $500 |
| World Israel News | General support | $500 |
| Apda | General support | $360 |
| Momentum | General support | $360 |
| Chabad of the Cayman Island | General support | $262 |
| Womens Cultural Alliance | General support | $122 |
| Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders Association Inc | General support | $100 |
| Legal Aid | General support | $100 |
| Jewfolk | General support | $72 |
| Eagan High School | General support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Ratner
- Lisa Ratner
- Laura Ratner
- Joel Ratner
- Jacob Ratner
Questions people ask
Does Mark and Lisa Ratner Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mark and Lisa Ratner Family Foundation Inc give?
$139,814 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Mark and Lisa Ratner Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Ratner (Co-Pres & Treasurer), Lisa Ratner (Co-Pres & Secretary), Laura Ratner (Director) and Joel Ratner (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Mark and Lisa Ratner Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.