Richard Nelson Ryan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard Nelson Ryan Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $106,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 and the largest $25,000. 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$106,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 | $102,391 | 9 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 10 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $106,500 | 10 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Richard Nelson Ryan 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 Richard Nelson Ryan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 2 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 2 | $21,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $18,750 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $11,750 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SMU (Southern Methodist University) | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Apda American Parkinson's Disease Assoc | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Eden II Genesis Foundation | Contribution | $16,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund Inc | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of America | Contribution | $8,750 |
| Women for Women International | Contribution | $8,750 |
| Life Wire | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Seattle Parks Foundation | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Oscar Strong Foundation | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Choate Rosemary Hall | Contribution | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hope R Garrett
- Hope Farnell Belles
- David McCabe
- Richard Ryan Plum
Questions people ask
Does Richard Nelson Ryan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard Nelson Ryan Foundation give?
$106,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs Richard Nelson Ryan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hope R Garrett (President & Treasurer), Hope Farnell Belles (Vice-President), David McCabe (Secretary & Asst Treasurer) and Richard Ryan Plum (Director).
What does Richard Nelson Ryan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.