Rice Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Rice Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hanover, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $710,000 in 70 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $320,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$710,000
- Number of grants70
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$320,000
- Assets$11.3 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was down from $930,750 the year before.
26% of its 2025 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 | $1.8 million | 78 | $16.9 million |
| 2024 | $930,750 | 69 | $13.8 million |
| 2025 | $710,000 | 70 | $11.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Rice Family Foundation PO Box 229, Hanover, PA 17331 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (717) 735-8000, ricefamilyfoundation@gmail.com |
| What to submit | 1) organization name and address 2) are you a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization? 3) tax id 4) contact name 5) organization biographical narrative 6) core services and the primary beneficiaries of the service 7) areas that are serviced by the organization 8) the purpose of the grant money 9) grant amount requested from rice family foundation |
| Deadlines | July 31st each year |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Rice Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 66 | $373,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $320,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $13,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| GW Law Scholarship | Various programs | $320,000 |
| Hanover Area Council of Churches | $30k for ruths harvest & $40k for pal | $21,500 |
| God's Meal Barrel | Rental and overhead expenses | $20,000 |
| Hanover YMCA | Various programs | $20,000 |
| Hoffman Homes for Youth | Residence repairs - washers/dryers | $15,000 |
| Kelley Latta Ministries | Program services | $15,000 |
| New Hope Ministries | Food & basic needs | $15,000 |
| Adams Rescue Mission | Food purchases | $10,000 |
| Afl - Accountability for Life | Laptops/college prep | $10,000 |
| Hart Center | Various programs | $10,000 |
| Roots for Boots | Militaryshare program | $10,000 |
| Shining Stars Therapeutic Riding Program | Various programs | $10,000 |
| The Lord's Place | Various programs | $10,000 |
| Vna Hanover & Spring Grove | Physical plant - hvac, doors, it improvements | $10,000 |
| YWCA Hanover | Various programs | $10,000 |
| 5 Angels Memorial Soccer Tournament | Referees | $5,000 |
| Adams County Arts Council | Maintenance/upkeep/tuition | $5,000 |
| Adams County Children's Advocacy Ctr | Mental health programs | $5,000 |
| Adams County SPCA | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Anthony's Way Foundation | Various programs | $5,000 |
| Bell Socialization Services | Shelter for the homeless | $5,000 |
| Central Pa Food Bank | Food purchases in hanover | $5,000 |
| Childrens' Aid Society the Nicarry Center | Fund programs of children's aid society | $5,000 |
| Children's Home of York | Appliances | $5,000 |
| Clearview Terrace II | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Club Odat | Infrastucture walls, flooring, etc | $5,000 |
| Conewago Valley Pack Pals Program | Various programs | $5,000 |
| Epac | Replacing seating | $5,000 |
| H O P E | Operating costs | $5,000 |
| Hanover Soccer Club | Fencing/parking lot/fields grass | $5,000 |
| Hospice & Community Care | Hospice for veterans | $5,000 |
| House of Hope York | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of So Central Pa | Program expenses | $5,000 |
| Katallasso Family Health Center | Clinical supplies | $5,000 |
| Olivia's House | Marketing - social media/murals | $5,000 |
| Open Arms Recovery Center | Christmas help | $5,000 |
| Penncares | In-home program supplies | $5,000 |
| Power Packs Project | Operational support | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Various programs | $5,000 |
| Thrive Ministries | Client rent, utilities, bedding, etc | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stacie R Lissette
Questions people ask
Does Rice Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: July 31st each year.
How much does Rice Family Foundation give?
$710,000 in tax year 2025, across 70 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Rice Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stacie R Lissette (Trustee).
What does Rice Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and food and hunger.