The Mitchell P Rales Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mitchell P Rales Family Foundation is a private foundation in Potomac, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$729,908
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $547,236 the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 | $547,236 | 23 | $197,469 |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 23 | $729,908 |
How to apply
The Mitchell P Rales Family 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 The Mitchell P Rales Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 14 | $1.3 million |
| Maryland | 4 | $400,232 |
| Virginia | 1 | $125,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,839 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Desert 365 | General support | $1.2 million |
| Norwood School | Educational support | $329,232 |
| The Washington Commanders Charitable Foundation | General support | $125,000 |
| Congregation Beth El Montgomery County MD | General support | $56,000 |
| Great and Small | General support | $10,000 |
| Maret School Inc | Educational support | $10,000 |
| Mt Desert Island Hospital | General support | $10,000 |
| Mt Desert Nursing Association | General support | $10,000 |
| Willowind Therapeutic Riding Center Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Magen David Sephardic Congregation of Greater Washington | General support | $5,000 |
| Maine Coast Heritage Trust | General support | $5,000 |
| Mount Desert Island Historical Society | General support | $5,000 |
| Mt Desert Land & Garden Preserve | General support | $5,000 |
| Northeast Harbor Library | General support | $5,000 |
| Maine Seacoast Mission | General support | $2,500 |
| Seal Harbor Village Improvement Society | General support | $2,500 |
| The Neighborhood House | General support | $2,500 |
| Beta Theta Pi Foundation | Educational support | $1,839 |
| Charlotte Latin Schools Inc | Educational support | $1,000 |
| Erika's Lighthouse | General support | $1,000 |
| Islesford Boatworks | General support | $1,000 |
| Mt Desert Island Biological Laboratory | General support | $1,000 |
| SPCA of Hancock County | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mitchell P Rales
- Matthew J Rales
- Amanda F Rales
- C Scott Brannan
- Rachel L S Plumley
Questions people ask
Does The Mitchell P Rales Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mitchell P Rales Family Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Mitchell P Rales Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mitchell P Rales (Chairman/Director), Matthew J Rales (Vice President), Amanda F Rales (Vice President) and C Scott Brannan (President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Mitchell P Rales Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.