The Horowitz Ratner Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Horowitz Ratner Family Foundation is a private foundation in Shaker Heights, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $139,120 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $30,000. 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$139,120
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$881,971
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was down from $697,882 the year before.
7% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 44 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $697,882 | 47 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $139,120 | 20 | $881,971 |
How to apply
The Horowitz Ratner 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.
What The Horowitz Ratner Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 8 | $45,870 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $35,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $30,000 |
| New York | 6 | $18,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| J Street Education Fund | Annual fund | $30,000 |
| Park Synagogue | Annual fund | $25,000 |
| Presencing Institute | Prism project | $20,000 |
| New Israel Fund | Nexus initiative | $10,000 |
| Presencing Institute | Prism project | $10,000 |
| Jewish Agency for Israel - Jafi | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federations of North America | Kvutzat reut | $5,000 |
| Park Synagogue | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Playhouse Square Foundation | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Gross Schechter Day School | Annual fund | $3,750 |
| Jewish Federations of North America | Jewish people policy plan institute | $3,750 |
| J Street Education Fund | Annual fund | $2,630 |
| Apollo's Fire the Cleveland Baroque Orchestra | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Encounter Programs Inc | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Global Cleveland | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| J Street Education Fund | Annual fund | $2,370 |
| Park Synagogue | Honoring park's clergy 2025 | $1,620 |
| Brooklyn Community Housing & Services | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| Ramapo for Children Inc | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| Ideastream Public Media | Annual fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles A Ratner
- Ilana Horowitz Ratner
Questions people ask
Does The Horowitz Ratner Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Horowitz Ratner Family Foundation give?
$139,120 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs The Horowitz Ratner Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles A Ratner (Director, Vice President) and Ilana Horowitz Ratner (President, Sec, Director).
What does The Horowitz Ratner Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and environment and conservation.