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The Rachael Ray Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on providing support to nonprofits through an invitation-only process, emphasizing relationship-based engagement. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $13.5 million across 175 grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

NORTH SHORE ANIMAL LEAGUE AMERICA INC
$17.4M
18%
BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY
$11.2M
12%

THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS
$8.4M
9%
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Total No. of Grants
88
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION?
No. THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION give?
THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Utah, and District Of Columbia. 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 THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION awarded about 90 grants, totaling nearly $13.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 180 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTH SHORE ANIMAL LEAGUE AMERICA INC, BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY, and THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION?
THE RACHAEL RAY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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