The Rider Family Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Rider Family Fund is a private foundation in Galveston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $97,850 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $11,200. 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$97,850
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$11,200
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees87%
Giving in 2024 was down from $179,800 the year before.
87% 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 | $179,800 | 2 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $97,850 | 15 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
The Rider Family Fund 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 Rider Family Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 15 | $97,850 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald McDonald House | General | $11,200 |
| Salvation Army | General | $10,000 |
| Galveston Urban Ministry | General | $10,000 |
| Galveston Food Bank | General | $10,000 |
| Galveston Children's Museum | General | $10,000 |
| St Vincents House | General | $10,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | General | $9,700 |
| Galveston Symphony | General | $5,000 |
| Resource Crisis Center | General | $5,000 |
| Sunshine Center | General | $5,000 |
| Alcoholdrug Abuse Women's Center | General | $5,000 |
| Nia Cultural Center | General | $2,500 |
| The Luke Society | Educational | $2,500 |
| Grand 1894 Opera House | General | $1,000 |
| Various Small Donations | General | $950 |
Officers and trustees
- G William Rider
- Knox Rider
- Tiffany Rider Parmenter
Questions people ask
Does The Rider Family Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rider Family Fund give?
$97,850 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Rider Family Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists G William Rider (President), Knox Rider (Vp/Treas) and Tiffany Rider Parmenter (Vp/Sec).
What does The Rider Family Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and arts and culture.