Rise Opportunity Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rise Opportunity Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $535,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $267,500 and the largest $500,000. 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$535,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$267,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$258,086
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $535,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $535,000 | 2 | $327,964 |
| 2024 | $535,000 | 2 | $258,086 |
How to apply
Rise Opportunity 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 Rise Opportunity Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $500,000 |
| New York | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fisk University | General support | $500,000 |
| Spencer Educational Foundation Inc | General support | $35,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrick Phillips
- Patrick G Ryan
- Shirley W Ryan
- Mary Ignell
- Dawn Moore
Questions people ask
Does Rise Opportunity Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rise Opportunity Foundation give?
$535,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $267,500.
Who runs Rise Opportunity Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patrick Phillips (President/Ceo), Patrick G Ryan (Director/Chairman/Treasurer), Shirley W Ryan (Director/Secretary) and Mary Ignell (Assistant Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Rise Opportunity Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.