Rae of Hope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rae of Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Reston, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $165,925 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $76,000. 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$165,925
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$76,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $149,629 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $314,700 | 40 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $149,629 | 44 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $165,925 | 41 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Rae of Hope 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 Rae of Hope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 32 | $148,925 |
| Maryland | 7 | $11,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $3,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Faith Aid | Mustard seed house and general support | $76,000 |
| Southeastern District Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod | Spiritual pilgrimage for a clergyman and his spouse | $10,800 |
| Fredericksburg Christian Health Center | Fredericksburg christian health center staff development and support | $10,000 |
| Youth for Tomorrow | For the 40th annual country fair | $5,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $3,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $3,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $3,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $2,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $2,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $2,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $2,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $2,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $2,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $2,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $2,000 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,625 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
| Individual | Broom tree loan forgiveness | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- William Joseph Carlin
- Sara L Carlin
Questions people ask
Does Rae of Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rae of Hope Foundation give?
$165,925 in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Rae of Hope Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Joseph Carlin (President/Director) and Sara L Carlin (Secretary/Treasurer/Director).
What does Rae of Hope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.