Double R Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Double R Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $576,107 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $179,800. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$576,107
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$179,800
- Assets$12.3 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was up from $500,140 the year before.
62% 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 | $0 | 0 | $10.0 million |
| 2024 | $500,140 | 21 | $10.9 million |
| 2025 | $576,107 | 21 | $12.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael Novak 5900 Landerbrook Drive Suite 100, Cleveland, OH 44124 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (216) 367-0680 |
| What to submit | No special form is required. |
| Deadlines | No submission deadlines exist. |
| Restrictions | No restrictions or limitations exist. |
What Double R Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $281,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $179,800 |
| New York | 2 | $41,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $35,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $28,307 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cowtown Friends of Fortworth | Cash for Operations | $179,800 |
| Brannan Center | Cash for Operations | $100,000 |
| Calistoga Firefighters | Cash for Operations | $52,000 |
| TJ Martell Foundation | Cash for Operations | $38,500 |
| Sunrise Horse Rescue | Cash for Operations | $35,000 |
| Brooke USA Inc | Cash for Operations | $28,307 |
| Honor the Promise | Cash for Operations | $25,000 |
| Napa County Fire Chiefs Charitable Association | Cash for Operations | $25,000 |
| The Pasadena Humane Society | Cash for Operations | $20,000 |
| Giant Steps Therapeutic | Cash for Operations | $10,000 |
| Crime Victims United | Cash for Operations | $10,000 |
| Immigration Institute of the Bay Area | Cash for Operations | $10,000 |
| Soroptimist Intl of St Helena | Cash for Operations | $10,000 |
| Wings of Rescue | Cash for Operations | $10,000 |
| Help in Suffering Inc | Cash for Operations | $5,000 |
| True and Faithful Pet Rescue | Cash for Operations | $5,000 |
| St Luke's Episcopal Church | Cash for Operations | $3,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Cash for Operations | $3,000 |
| Calistoga Police Officers | Cash for Operations | $3,000 |
| Hearts for Paws of Serbia | Cash for Operations | $2,000 |
| Underdog Heroes Inc | Cash for Operations | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Koerner Rombauer III
- Laura Lyn Rombauer
- Ransome H Rombauer
Questions people ask
Does Double R Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No submission deadlines exist..
How much does Double R Family Foundation give?
$576,107 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Double R Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Koerner Rombauer III (President), Laura Lyn Rombauer (Treasurer) and Ransome H Rombauer (Secretary).
What does Double R Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.