RFS Gives Back Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
RFS Gives Back Foundation Inc is a private foundation in North Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $8,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $525 and the largest $3,450. 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$8,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$525
- Largest grant$3,450
- Assets$13,941
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $37,260 the year before.
38% 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 | $31,367 | 2 | $32,416 |
| 2024 | $37,260 | 6 | $12,386 |
| 2025 | $8,500 | 8 | $13,941 |
How to apply
RFS Gives Back 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What RFS Gives Back Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 5 | $6,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland Food Bank | Donation of meals to the homeless | $3,450 |
| University of Maryland Foundation | Donation to educational institution | $2,000 |
| Prison Fellowship International | Donation match for pfi from 2025 faas conference. | $1,000 |
| Mercy Health Clinic | Donation match | $550 |
| The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Inc | Donation match | $500 |
| Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition | Earth day 5k mile marker sponsorship | $500 |
| Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services | Donation of meals to the homeless | $250 |
| Ogc Swim and Dive | Silver sponsor | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy Fargo
- Ted Rose
Questions people ask
Does RFS Gives Back Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RFS Gives Back Foundation Inc give?
$8,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $525.
Who runs RFS Gives Back Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Timothy Fargo (Director) and Ted Rose (Director).
What does RFS Gives Back Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, housing and homelessness and health.