Ra Hunsdorfer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ra Hunsdorfer Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $96,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$96,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $93,275 the year before.
9% 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 | $80,450 | 15 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $93,275 | 13 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $96,500 | 13 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Ra Hunsdorfer 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 Ra Hunsdorfer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $91,100 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $500 |
| Florida | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shaker Heritage Society | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Capital City Rescue Mission | Charitable | $14,500 |
| Knickerbocker Historical Society | Charitable | $6,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $4,600 |
| WMHT | Charitable | $4,500 |
| The Smile Train-Cleft Surgery | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Regional Food Bank | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy | Charitable | $2,500 |
| St Jude Children's Research | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Boys Town | Charitable | $500 |
| Catholic Charities | Charitable | $500 |
| Community Resource Center | Charitable | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Langer
- Debra Herrey
Questions people ask
Does Ra Hunsdorfer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ra Hunsdorfer Foundation give?
$96,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Ra Hunsdorfer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Langer (Trustee) and Debra Herrey (Trustee).
What does Ra Hunsdorfer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and health.