Joe Ryan Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joe Ryan Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,525 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,005 and the largest $3,000. 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$5,525
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,005
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$25,133
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $9,871 the year before.
40% 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 | $10,060 | 11 | $28,841 |
| 2024 | $9,871 | 5 | $24,961 |
| 2025 | $5,525 | 5 | $25,133 |
How to apply
Joe Ryan Jr 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
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 4 | $2,525 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christ the King | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Rome Dollars for Scholars | Charitable | $1,200 |
| Rome Hospital | Charitable | $1,005 |
| Mvhsbc | Charitable | $250 |
| Rome Sports Hall of Fame | Charitable | $70 |
Officers and trustees
- Brendan Ryan
- Joe Ryan
- Marty Ryan
- Kevin Ryan
- Jamie Harper
- Shawn Weiman
- Mark Vacca
- Jon Davidson
- Sam Helland
- Nancy Ryan
Questions people ask
Does Joe Ryan Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joe Ryan Jr Foundation give?
$5,525 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,005.
Who runs Joe Ryan Jr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brendan Ryan (Chairman), Joe Ryan (Director), Marty Ryan (Director) and Kevin Ryan (Director) among 10 officers and trustees.