The Ron Rankin Foundation
Invitation OnlySebastopol, California · EIN 92-1295390 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$360K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$120,000
Total assets$13M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $120,000 and $120,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
66% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Trade USA | Oakland, CA | General operations; poverty alleviation & sustainability | $120,000 |
| Landesa | Seattle, WA | General operations; poverty alleviation & sustainability | $120,000 |
| Savory Institute | Boulder, CO | General operations; poverty alleviation & sustainability | $120,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $360,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $300,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543209349100904
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 92-1295390
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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