Ret-Kat Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ret-Kat Foundation is a private foundation in Waco, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $51,198 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $7,380 and the largest $25,000. 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$51,198
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$7,380
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $123,500 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $281,070 | 10 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $123,500 | 14 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $51,198 | 5 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Ret-Kat 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 Ret-Kat Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $14,198 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Sister of the Morning Star | General fund | $25,000 |
| Catholic Vote | General fund | $10,000 |
| St Ferdinand Catholic Church | General fund | $7,380 |
| Light House Catholic Ministries | General fund | $6,818 |
| FR Larry Richards-The Reason for Our Hope Fdn | General fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert E Tunmire
- Kathryn A Tunmire
- Janice Neckar
Questions people ask
Does Ret-Kat Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ret-Kat Foundation give?
$51,198 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $7,380.
Who runs Ret-Kat Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert E Tunmire (Director), Kathryn A Tunmire (Director) and Janice Neckar (Director).
What does Ret-Kat Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.