The de Ramel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The de Ramel Foundation is a private foundation in Newport, Rhode Island. In tax year 2024 it gave $616,027 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $300,000. 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$616,027
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$12.1 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $501,207 the year before.
56% of its 2024 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 | $501,207 | 36 | $12.3 million |
| 2024 | $616,027 | 32 | $12.1 million |
How to apply
The de Ramel 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The de Ramel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Rhode Island. It also paid $1,812 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 17 | $542,907 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $25,545 |
| New York | 2 | $21,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $5,540 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $130 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $93 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Ri | General purpose | $300,000 |
| Heritage Flight Foundation | General purpose | $65,000 |
| Bike Newport | General purpose | $50,258 |
| Preservation Society of Newport County | General purpose | $36,500 |
| Iyrs School of Technology & Trades | General purpose | $26,036 |
| Milton Academy | General purpose | $20,000 |
| North Country School | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Newport Film Festival | General purpose | $10,666 |
| Friends of Island Cemetery | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Friends of Jamestown Housing | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Humanus Documentary Films Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| MLK Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Newport YMCA | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Community Angels | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Hillside Charitable Organization | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Lime Rock Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Destiny Center | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Flight Experience for Youth | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Maritime Education Network | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Aquidneck Land Trust | General purpose | $2,591 |
| Middlebury College | General purpose | $2,540 |
| Campfire Circle | General purpose | $1,812 |
| Friends of Mvyradio | General purpose | $1,030 |
| Newport Tree Conservancy | General purpose | $1,000 |
| NYC Marathon | General purpose | $1,000 |
| The Society of Cincinnati for Rochambeau | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Neponset Rowing | General purpose | $515 |
| Audrain Automobile Museum | General purpose | $458 |
| Fishes at the Fort | General purpose | $263 |
| Aquidneck Community Table | General purpose | $135 |
| North American Trainer Association (Nata) | General purpose | $130 |
| Experimental Aircraft Association | General purpose | $93 |
Officers and trustees
- Guillaume de Ramel
- Jennifer Pancione-Jenkins
Questions people ask
Does The de Ramel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The de Ramel Foundation give?
$616,027 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs The de Ramel Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Guillaume de Ramel (Trustee) and Jennifer Pancione-Jenkins (Administrator).
What does The de Ramel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.