Ronald S Haft Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ronald S Haft Foundation is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,250 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $15,000. 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$53,250
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$373,555
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2025 was up from $42,500 the year before.
92% 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 | $34,000 | 5 | $259,489 |
| 2024 | $42,500 | 5 | $457,634 |
| 2025 | $53,250 | 12 | $373,555 |
How to apply
Ronald S Haft 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $17,500 |
| New York | 3 | $17,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,750 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clinton Foundation | General use | $15,000 |
| I am Human NY | General use | $10,000 |
| Best Buddies International Inc | General use | $10,000 |
| The Miami Foundation | General use | $5,000 |
| Life After Justice | General use | $3,000 |
| 50 Legs in 50 Days Foundation | General use | $2,500 |
| Boston Children's Hospital Trust | General use | $2,000 |
| Sidwell Friends | General use | $2,000 |
| The Trevor Project | General use | $1,000 |
| Glsen | General use | $1,000 |
| Nfte | General use | $1,000 |
| Howard University | General use | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald Haft
- Katherine Bonnafe
- Michael Sanders
Questions people ask
Does Ronald S Haft Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ronald S Haft Foundation give?
$53,250 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Ronald S Haft Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald Haft (Director), Katherine Bonnafe (Director) and Michael Sanders (Director).