Ram Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ram Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $251,675 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $200,000. 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$251,675
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $78,749 the year before.
71% 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 | $78,749 | 20 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $251,675 | 17 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Ram 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 Ram Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 12 | $242,903 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,522 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Offerdahl's Hand-Off Foundation Inc | General support for charitable purposes | $200,000 |
| Calvary Chapel of Ft Lauderdale Inc | General support for religious programs | $26,000 |
| National Christian Foundation South Florida | General support for religious programs | $6,300 |
| Falmouth Together We Can Inc | General support for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Diabetes Research Institute Foundation | General support for charitable purposes | $2,591 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General support for religious programs | $2,522 |
| Miami Dolphins Foundation | General support for charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Dolphins Challenge Cancer | General support for charitable purposes | $1,250 |
| Live the Life Ministries Inc | General support for charitable purposes | $1,250 |
| Russell Education Foundation | General support for charitable programs | $1,000 |
| Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) | General support for religious purposes | $512 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General support for charitable purposes | $500 |
| HEART2HEART Outreach South Florida | General support for charitable purposes | $500 |
| Inspired by Giving | General support for religious programs | $500 |
| Just Jess Foundation Inc | General support for charitable purposes | $500 |
| National Ms Society | General support for charitable purposes | $500 |
| Backswing Golf Events 25 | General support for charitable purposes | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- John Offerdahl
- Lynn Offerdahl
- Robert Baker
Questions people ask
Does Ram Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ram Foundation Inc give?
$251,675 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Ram Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John Offerdahl (Chairman/President), Lynn Offerdahl (Vice President/Secretary) and Robert Baker (Assistant Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Ram Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.