RSO Foundation
Preselected recipients only
RSO Foundation is a private foundation in Incline Village, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $901,757 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $5,125 and the largest $320,000. 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$901,757
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$5,125
- Largest grant$320,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was down from $928,223 the year before.
68% of its 2024 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 | $928,223 | 44 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $901,757 | 34 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
RSO 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 RSO Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $749,257 |
| Nevada | 6 | $50,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $41,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $20,000 |
| New York | 2 | $5,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Better Together Forever | Charitable | $320,000 |
| Mercy Crusade | Charitable | $178,326 |
| Five Keys Charter School | Charitable | $65,000 |
| Save the Wild Trout | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Animal Balance | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Jameson Humane Society | Charitable | $30,000 |
| DAWG Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Operation Kids | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Santa Barbara Foresters | Charitable | $19,000 |
| Bob Hoover Academy | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Pet Network | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Anything Animal Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Nevada Nordic | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Mike Tice Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Tahoe Film Festival | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Return to Freedon | Charitable | $9,081 |
| Gimmie Love Animal Shelter | Charitable | $5,250 |
| Cache Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Brandon School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Coalinga High Athletic Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Star Paws Rescue | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Send Musicians to Prison | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Incline Education Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Brazil Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wine 4 Paws | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Velvet Noses Horse Ministry | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Let Em Run | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Horse and Heart | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Tommie Smith Youth Initiative | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Council on Foundations | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Son Care Foundation | Charitable | $2,600 |
| The Ocala Farm Ministry | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Pixie Project | Charitable | $1,000 |
| 911 Memorial foundation | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Bordeau
Questions people ask
Does RSO Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RSO Foundation give?
$901,757 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $5,125.
Who runs RSO Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Bordeau (President).
What does RSO Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and youth programs.