RDM Foundation
Preselected recipients only
RDM Foundation is a private foundation in Orange Village, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$14.5 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $523,090 the year before.
46% 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 | $987,851 | 160 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $523,090 | 76 | $15.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 17 | $14.5 million |
How to apply
RDM 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 RDM Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $1.1 million |
| Ohio | 6 | $375,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $62,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $9,700 |
| New York | 1 | $1,700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children Tumor Foundation | Time is now campaign | $1.0 million |
| Case Western Reserve School of Medicine | Amitabh chak (barrett's research) | $100,000 |
| Children Tumor Foundation | Research auction | $100,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | Procept biorobotics aquabeam robotic system | $100,000 |
| University Hospitals | Clinical research fund (gi spore grant) | $100,000 |
| United Way | Annual gift | $62,000 |
| Friends of Idf | Ec: operating rising lion campaign | $50,000 |
| Temple Emanu El | Hineini campaign | $50,000 |
| Jinsa | 2025 u.s. Base in isreal project | $25,000 |
| Aish Hatorah | Annual fund | $20,000 |
| Children Tumor Foundation | In honor of richard soil | $10,000 |
| Golshim L Chaim Ski Live | Ski to live program | $7,200 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | Ehiers-danios care | $5,000 |
| Nu Deco Ensemble | Fund chair for one year | $5,000 |
| Nu Deco Ensemble | Fund general operation | $5,000 |
| Harmony Acres Equestrian Center | Veterans services budget | $2,500 |
| Itrek | Duke law trek | $1,700 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard A Horvitz
- Diane O Malarik
- Steven L Nutt
- Svetlana M Loshakov
Questions people ask
Does RDM Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RDM Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs RDM Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard A Horvitz (President/Director), Diane O Malarik (Vice President & Treasurer), Steven L Nutt (Secretary) and Svetlana M Loshakov (Secretary).
What does RDM Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and science and research.