Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Foundation Inc is a private foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.8 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $360,000 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$360,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$43.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
33% 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 | $1.5 million | 5 | $36.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 7 | $39.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.8 million | 3 | $43.2 million |
How to apply
Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker 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 Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $1.4 million |
| North Carolina | 1 | $360,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach Atlantic University | Capital campaign | $1.2 million |
| Lake Toxaway United Methodist Church | Capital campaign | $360,000 |
| Rollins College | Endowment funds | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sheila A Rinker See Statement 13
- Michael J Stevens
- R Michael Strickland
- Robin Rinker Harris
- Aaron Joseph Rinker
Questions people ask
Does Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Foundation Inc give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $360,000.
Who runs Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Sheila A Rinker See Statement 13 (President/Director), Michael J Stevens (Sec'y/Treas/Director), R Michael Strickland (Director) and Robin Rinker Harris (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.