RLH Foundation
Preselected recipients only
RLH Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $175,490 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$175,490
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $110,500 the year before.
58% 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 | $86,400 | 28 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $110,500 | 14 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $175,490 | 19 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
RLH Foundation 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 RLH Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $82,500 |
| Illinois | 11 | $44,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $18,990 |
| Ohio | 1 | $14,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hampden Sydney College | Operating funds | $80,000 |
| Ohio Wesleyan University | Operating funds | $14,500 |
| Phi Gamma Delta Educational Foundation | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| Rush University Medical Center | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| North Shore Country Day | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| Conservancy of Southwest Florida | Operating funds | $7,740 |
| Church of the Holy Comforter | Operating funds | $6,500 |
| Artis-Naples | Operating funds | $6,250 |
| Evans Scholar Foundation | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Sleeping Bear Gateways Council | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Medical Diplomats | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Chicago | Operating funds | $3,500 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| American Diabetes Association | Operating funds | $2,500 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Operating funds | $2,500 |
| Ravinia Festival | Operating funds | $1,500 |
| Community House | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Metro Squash | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| The Shelter | Operating funds | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Raynelle Heidrick
- Lindsay Garrison
- Matthew Garrison
Questions people ask
Does RLH Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RLH Foundation give?
$175,490 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs RLH Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Raynelle Heidrick (Trustee), Lindsay Garrison (Trustee) and Matthew Garrison (Trustee).
What does RLH Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.