Max & Betty Ratner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Max & Betty Ratner Foundation is a private foundation in Shaker Heights, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $170,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$170,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$43,252
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $211,618 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $213,358 |
| 2025 | $170,000 | 3 | $43,252 |
How to apply
Max & Betty Ratner 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 Max & Betty Ratner Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 3 | $170,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ratner School | Annual fund | $75,000 |
| The Ratner School | Annual fund | $75,000 |
| The Ratner School | Annual fund | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles A Ratner
- James Ratner
- Mark Ratner
- Ronald Ratner
Questions people ask
Does Max & Betty Ratner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Max & Betty Ratner Foundation give?
$170,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Max & Betty Ratner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles A Ratner (President / Trustee), James Ratner (Treasurer / Trustee), Mark Ratner (Trustee) and Ronald Ratner (Secretary / Trustee).
What does Max & Betty Ratner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.