Ralph S French Charitable
Preselected recipients only
Ralph S French Charitable is a private foundation in Bradenton, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $393,916. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$393,916
- Assets$32.5 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 22 | $28.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 24 | $29.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 24 | $32.5 million |
How to apply
Ralph S French Charitable 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 Ralph S French Charitable funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 14 | $697,918 |
| New York | 2 | $543,482 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $149,566 |
| Minnesota | 4 | $59,827 |
| Nevada | 2 | $29,914 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $14,956 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NYU College of Medicine New York University | Medical research | $393,916 |
| Pingry School | Support | $149,566 |
| College of Engineering Columbia University | Support | $149,566 |
| Roser Memorial Church | Support | $74,783 |
| Goodwill Industries- Manasota Inc | Support | $65,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Support | $65,000 |
| Humane Society of Manatee Co | Support | $64,957 |
| Community Coalition on Homelessness Turning Points | Support | $60,913 |
| Tidewell Hospice Inc | Support | $60,000 |
| Women's Resource Center | Support | $60,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity (Manatee County) | For manatee county | $50,000 |
| Bishop Museum of Science & Nature | Support | $40,000 |
| State College of Florida | Support | $40,000 |
| Mote Marine | Support | $35,000 |
| Southeastern Guide Dogs | Support | $33,265 |
| Center of Anna Maria Island | Support | $30,000 |
| Family Promise Jacksonville | Support | $19,000 |
| Hold Your Horses | Support | $15,000 |
| Animal Humane Society Golden Valley | Support | $14,957 |
| Douglas Animal Welfare Group | Support | $14,957 |
| Valley Outreach | Support | $14,957 |
| Douglas Center for Hope and Healing | Support | $14,957 |
| Hidden Treasure School | Support | $14,956 |
| Western Communities Action Network | Support | $14,913 |
Officers and trustees
- James F Alderman
- Anna Gordie Straka
- Steven Williams
- Kathy Seibert
- Mary Boykin
Questions people ask
Does Ralph S French Charitable accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ralph S French Charitable give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Ralph S French Charitable?
Its 2025 filing lists James F Alderman (Co-Trustee), Anna Gordie Straka (Co-Trustee), Steven Williams (Co-Trustee) and Kathy Seibert (Co-Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ralph S French Charitable fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.