RAY FOUNDATION INC
Naples, FL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
81-0288819
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Naples, FL, US
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501(c)3
•
EIN
81-0288819
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•
Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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RAY FOUNDATION INC is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that paid a total of $10.3 million across 37 grantees in 2023, with significant funding directed to Maryland, Florida, and Wisconsin. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, encouraging prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of its profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC
$7.9M
14%
UND Aerospace Foundation
$6.7M
12%

THE IMMOKALEE FOUNDATION INC
$2.1M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
54
Median 1st year grant
$40K
Median 2nd year grant
$100K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to RAY FOUNDATION INC?
Yes. RAY FOUNDATION INC accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does RAY FOUNDATION INC give?
RAY FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Maryland, Wisconsin, and Florida. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are RAY FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from RAY FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $40 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does RAY FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2023, RAY FOUNDATION INC awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $10.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did RAY FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2025, RAY FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC, UND Aerospace Foundation, and THE IMMOKALEE FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to RAY FOUNDATION INC?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting RAY FOUNDATION INC’s website.
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