Raise the Arc
Preselected recipients only
Raise the Arc is a private foundation in Beaverton, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $83,400 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $18,900. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$83,400
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$18,900
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $74,000 the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $74,000 | 12 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $83,400 | 6 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Raise the Arc 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 Raise the Arc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 5 | $68,400 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tie Oregon Foundation | Exempt purpose | $18,900 |
| Janus Youth Programs | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Oregon Episcopal School | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Thertre Washington | Exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Broadway Rose Theater Co | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Manish Mehta
- Rhea Mehta
- Ruchi Prakash
- Ronit Mehta
Questions people ask
Does Raise the Arc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Raise the Arc give?
$83,400 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Raise the Arc?
Its 2024 filing lists Manish Mehta (President), Rhea Mehta (Secretary), Ruchi Prakash (Vice Preside) and Ronit Mehta (Director).
What does Raise the Arc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.