Thomas and Diana Ryan Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Thomas and Diana Ryan Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $795,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $240,000. 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$795,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$240,000
- Assets$26.0 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
57% 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 | $1.5 million | 11 | $25.3 million |
| 2024 | $795,000 | 21 | $26.0 million |
How to apply
Thomas and Diana Ryan Charitable 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 Thomas and Diana Ryan Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $290,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $255,000 |
| New York | 6 | $135,000 |
| California | 4 | $65,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation of Mass Eye and Ear Infirm Inc | Unrestricted gift | $240,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $150,000 |
| Care Dimensions | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Maltz Jupiter Theater | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Saratoga Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Saratoga Performing Arts Center | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Alta Vista School | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA Inc | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Lick-Wilmerding High School | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Oxbridge Academy Foundation Inc | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Palm Beach Day Academy | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Chris Long Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Drug Policy Alliance | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Libertas Institute | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Love Vaughn Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Skidmore College | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| South Florida Thunderball Inc | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Children's Museum of Saratoga | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Saratoga Plan Inc | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Diana L Ryan
- Adam C Ryan
- Jeanne Summers
Questions people ask
Does Thomas and Diana Ryan Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas and Diana Ryan Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$795,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Thomas and Diana Ryan Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Diana L Ryan (Director, VP), Adam C Ryan (Director, Cio, Treasurer) and Jeanne Summers (Assistant Secretary).
What does Thomas and Diana Ryan Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.