Ravarino Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ravarino Family Foundation is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $591,800 in 53 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $236,000. 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$591,800
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$236,000
- Assets$13.0 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $398,550 the year before.
55% 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 | $538,000 | 49 | $11.0 million |
| 2024 | $398,550 | 45 | $12.4 million |
| 2025 | $591,800 | 53 | $13.0 million |
How to apply
Ravarino 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 Ravarino Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 40 | $294,700 |
| Indiana | 2 | $256,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $21,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $4,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $3,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $600 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame University | General | $236,000 |
| St Joseph Church | General | $50,250 |
| Italian Open | General | $43,000 |
| Aquinas Institute | General | $37,500 |
| Orlando Family Foundation | General | $23,500 |
| Augutine Institute | General | $21,000 |
| Congregation Holy Cross | General | $20,000 |
| Delta Gamma Center | General | $20,000 |
| Good Shepherd Children & Family Serv | General | $16,000 |
| Kenrick Glennon Seminary | General | $16,000 |
| Fathers and Families Support | General | $11,000 |
| Daughters of St Paul | General | $10,500 |
| Papal Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Archdiocese of St Louis | General | $8,500 |
| Today and Tomorrow Educational Found | General | $8,500 |
| Cathedral Basilica | General | $8,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General | $6,000 |
| St Joseph's Acadeny | General | $3,500 |
| Dominican Friars | General | $3,000 |
| Christ the King Church | General | $2,500 |
| Daughters of St Paul - Boston | General | $2,500 |
| Marian Middle School | General | $2,500 |
| Pedal the Cause | General | $2,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | General | $2,500 |
| Lolly's Place | General | $2,000 |
| Roman Catholic Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| St Louis Zoo | General | $2,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul Society | General | $2,000 |
| Crudem Foundation | General | $1,500 |
| Missouri Botanical Garden | General | $1,500 |
| Our Lady's Inn | General | $1,500 |
| St Louis Art Museum | General | $1,500 |
| Birthright Counseling | General | $1,000 |
| Clares House | General | $1,000 |
| Loyola Academy | General | $1,000 |
| Marygrove | General | $1,000 |
| Mater Media | General | $1,000 |
| Sacred Heart Villa | General | $1,000 |
| Sierra Club of St Louis | General | $1,000 |
| Sluh | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mirella Ravarino
Questions people ask
Does Ravarino Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ravarino Family Foundation give?
$591,800 in tax year 2025, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Ravarino Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mirella Ravarino (Chairman).
What does Ravarino Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.