The Rardin Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Rardin Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Madison, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$22,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$200,933
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,500 the year before.
83% 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 | $15,500 | 5 | $193,481 |
| 2024 | $12,500 | 2 | $200,715 |
| 2025 | $22,500 | 6 | $200,933 |
How to apply
The Rardin Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $4,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $4,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Changent | Nurse-family partnership | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Foodbank of S Wi | Eliminate hunger campaign | $4,000 |
| 360ORG | Grow the climate movement | $4,000 |
| Democracy Forward Foundation | Push back on anti-democratic attacks | $4,000 |
| Braver Angels | Bridging partisan division | $3,000 |
| National Prevention Science Coaltio | To improve lives | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Peyton Rardin
Questions people ask
Does The Rardin Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rardin Foundation Inc give?
$22,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Rardin Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Peyton Rardin (President).