The Rig III Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rig III Family Foundation is a private foundation in Willoughby Hills, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $337,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $9,250 and the largest $35,000. 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$337,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$9,250
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$9.6 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $296,500 the year before.
11% 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 | $236,000 | 23 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $296,500 | 28 | $6.1 million |
| 2025 | $337,000 | 28 | $9.6 million |
How to apply
The Rig III 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 Rig III Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 19 | $239,500 |
| Florida | 8 | $91,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boca Grande Health Clinic | general fund | $35,000 |
| Fieldstone Farm Therapeutic Riding Ctr | General fund | $31,000 |
| Hershey Montessori School | General fund | $30,000 |
| Karen Wellington Fdn | General fund | $25,000 |
| Natural History Museum | General fund | $25,000 |
| Winous Point Marsh Conservancy | General fund | $25,000 |
| Village of Gates Mills | Annual fund | $25,000 |
| Friends of Boca Grand Community Ctr | General fund | $20,000 |
| Hopewell Inn | general fund | $15,000 |
| Hathaway Brown School | General fund | $12,500 |
| Boca Grande Charities | General fund | $10,000 |
| Boca Grande Womens Club | General fund | $10,000 |
| Gasparilla Island Conservancy | General fund | $10,000 |
| University School | General fund | $10,000 |
| Waite Hill Village Foundation | General fund | $8,500 |
| Gilmour Academy | General fund | $6,500 |
| Mount Holyoke | General fund | $6,500 |
| Rainbow Babies & Childrens Hospital | general fund | $5,000 |
| St Huberts Episcopal Church | General fund | $5,000 |
| K9 Heroes 4 Heroes | General fund | $5,000 |
| Hospice of Western Reserve | general fund | $3,000 |
| Waite Hill Village FD | Generalv fund | $3,000 |
| Boca Grande Historical Society | General fund | $2,500 |
| Johann Fust Library Fdn | General fund | $2,500 |
| Alzheimers Assocation | General fund | $2,000 |
| Hawken School | General fund | $2,000 |
| Holden Forest & Gardens | annual fund | $1,000 |
| St Andrew Episcopal Church | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cathy M Gale
- Elizabeth G Kennedy
- Robert T Gale
- Stephanie D Gale-Winterer
- Robert I Gale III
Questions people ask
Does The Rig III Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rig III Family Foundation give?
$337,000 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $9,250.
Who runs The Rig III Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cathy M Gale (President), Elizabeth G Kennedy (Vice President), Robert T Gale (Treasurer) and Stephanie D Gale-Winterer (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Rig III Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and environment and conservation.