Richard A Riffel Philanthropic Trust Inc
Preselected recipients only
Richard A Riffel Philanthropic Trust Inc is a private foundation in Punta Gorda, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $320,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$320,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $370,000 the year before.
29% 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 | $150,000 | 6 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $370,000 | 6 | $9.1 million |
| 2025 | $320,000 | 7 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
Richard A Riffel Philanthropic Trust 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 Richard A Riffel Philanthropic Trust Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $145,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $40,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Freedom of the Press Foundation | Human rights | $100,000 |
| Protect Democracy Project | Social welfare | $100,000 |
| Camfed USA Foundation | Education | $40,000 |
| Aspen Center for Environmental Studies | Environmental science education | $35,000 |
| Fos Feminista | Reproductive health | $15,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Environmental advocacy | $15,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Reproductive health | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard A Riffel
- Diane Nixon
- Elizabeth Geisler
- Arthur Day
- Sheldon Barat
Questions people ask
Does Richard A Riffel Philanthropic Trust Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard A Riffel Philanthropic Trust Inc give?
$320,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Richard A Riffel Philanthropic Trust Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard A Riffel (President), Diane Nixon (Trustee), Elizabeth Geisler (Trustee) and Arthur Day (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Richard A Riffel Philanthropic Trust Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.