Richard Riney Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard Riney Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.7 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $92,500 and the largest $979,077. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$92,500
- Largest grant$979,077
- Assets$39.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $900,074 the year before.
33% 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 | $2.0 million | 8 | $32.1 million |
| 2024 | $900,074 | 5 | $34.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.7 million | 6 | $39.2 million |
How to apply
Richard Riney 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Richard Riney Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 3 | $1.1 million |
| New York | 1 | $500,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $135,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School (Multiple Donations) | General support | $979,077 |
| The Metropolitan Museum of Art | General support | $500,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society Greater Illinois Chapter | General support | $135,000 |
| City of Ladue Fire Department | General support | $50,000 |
| City of Ladue Police Department | General support | $50,000 |
| Knock on Wood Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Riney
- Randy Ables
- Paul Anderson
Questions people ask
Does Richard Riney Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard Riney Family Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $92,500.
Who runs Richard Riney Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Riney (President), Randy Ables (Secretary) and Paul Anderson (Board of Director).
What does Richard Riney Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.