Ryan Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ryan Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Saint Paul, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.8 million in 68 grants; the typical grant was $19,608 and the largest $522,688. 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$3.8 million
- Number of grants68
- Typical grant$19,608
- Largest grant$522,688
- Assets$52.8 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.4 million the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $2.9 million | 67 | $60.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 71 | $57.0 million |
| 2025 | $3.8 million | 68 | $52.8 million |
How to apply
Ryan Memorial 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 Ryan Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 37 | $2.4 million |
| New York | 8 | $680,337 |
| Maryland | 2 | $177,480 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $171,027 |
| Illinois | 2 | $85,667 |
| Florida | 1 | $82,464 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $44,215 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $41,828 |
| Indiana | 1 | $36,829 |
| California | 1 | $25,620 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania | Unrestricted | $522,688 |
| Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh | Unrestricted | $408,350 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Unrestricted | $272,213 |
| Extra Mile Education Foundation | Unrestricted | $240,188 |
| International Rescue Committee | Unrestricted | $203,359 |
| Catholic Charities of Pittsburgh | Unrestricted | $176,138 |
| Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy | Unrestricted | $152,919 |
| Historical Society of West Pa | Unrestricted | $128,100 |
| Foundation for Pennsylvania Watershed | Unrestricted | $103,229 |
| American Jewish JT Disp Committee | Unrestricted | $102,480 |
| Baam | Unrestricted | $102,480 |
| Holy Family Institute | Unrestricted | $102,422 |
| Central Catholic High School | Unrestricted | $102,088 |
| Diocese of Greensburg | Unrestricted | $93,548 |
| Crossover Mission | Unrestricted | $82,464 |
| Chatham Orpheum Theater | Unrestricted | $76,059 |
| ALL4LOVE | Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Hospital | Unrestricted | $69,654 |
| Pleasant Bay Community Boating | Unrestricted | $61,648 |
| Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund | Urestricted | $57,272 |
| Literacy Pittsburgh | Unrestricted | $52,363 |
| Philadelphia Youth Basketball | Unrestricted | $51,240 |
| Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre | Unrestricted | $42,545 |
| University of Notre Dame | Unrestricted | $36,829 |
| Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra | Unrestricted | $36,818 |
| Partners in Progress | Unrestricted | $32,000 |
| Frick Art and Historical Center | Unrestricted | $31,091 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare | Unrestricted | $25,620 |
| Sage Compassion for Animals | Unrestricted | $25,620 |
| Breast Cancer Alliance | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Pittsburgh Cultural Trust | Unrestricted | $21,272 |
| Community Canopy Project | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Project Home | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Reach Prep | Unrestricted | $19,215 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | Unrestricted | $19,215 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Unrestricted | $18,414 |
| United Performing Arts Fund | Unrestricted | $18,414 |
| United Way of Greater Milwaukee | Unrestricted | $18,414 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety | Unrestricted | $16,013 |
Officers and trustees
- John T Ryan III
- Irene R Shaw
- Denis M Ryan
- Eileen A Ryan
- Julia Ryan Parker
- William F Ryan
Questions people ask
Does Ryan Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ryan Memorial Foundation give?
$3.8 million in tax year 2025, across 68 grants, with a typical grant of $19,608.
Who runs Ryan Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John T Ryan III (Trustee), Irene R Shaw (Trustee), Denis M Ryan (Trustee) and Eileen A Ryan (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Ryan Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and health.