Reef Renewal Foundation International
Our mission at Reef Renewal Foundation International is to increase coral coverage and biodiversity worldwide by supporting our global network of reef restoration programs. Reef renewal's network members are programs that are locally led and owned, benefitting from a deep understanding of the local context and the latest practical restoration techniques shared across the network. Our current network members have programs located in australia, bonaire, cayman islands, curacao, st vincent and the grenadines and the Florida keys, usa. Our focus is on fostering partnerships within our network to realize our shared goals.
Reef Renewal Foundation International at a glance
In short: Reef Renewal Foundation International gave $56K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $56K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $55,785
- -30.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $55,785
- -30.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $55,785
- Total assets
- $230,379
- +62.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Florida (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Reef Renewal Foundation International funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Reef Renewal USA ($56K).
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 2 grants of 3 (67%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $28K (2022) to $80K (2023). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $56K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Reef Renewal USA Tampa, FL | Coral Reef Restoration | $55,785 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $230,379 | $302,256 | $213,907 | $55,785 | 1 | $393 |
| 2023 | $142,030 | $304,500 | $230,044 | $80,464 | 1 | $210 |
| 2022 | $67,574 | $253,900 | $225,642 | $27,900 | 1 | $210 |
| 2021 | $39,316 | $182,998 | $245,946 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $102,264 | $96,698 | $883 | — | — | — |
About Reef Renewal Foundation International
Based on IRS filings
Reef Renewal Foundation International is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Larchmont, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $230K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $56K. Net investment income was $393.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Reef Renewal Foundation International is led by David J. Fishman, Chair & President of Bod since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
David J. Fishman
Chair & President of Bod
Secretary → Director & Founder, 2022
Director & Founder → Chair & President of Bod, 2024
On filings since 2020
7.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ken Nedimyer
Director & Founder
Director & Founder → Secretary, 2022
Secretary → Director & Founder, 2024
On filings since 2020
7.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Martin Van Der Valk
Director
President → Director, 2024
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jerry Beaty
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Coolen
Treasurer
On filings since 2022
7.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Martinus Wa Van Der Valk (2020–2021) — President
- Former: Paulus P. Coolen (2020–2021) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Reef Renewal Foundation International
How much does Reef Renewal Foundation International give each year?
Reef Renewal Foundation International gave $56K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $80K across 1 grant.
How large is Reef Renewal Foundation International?
Reef Renewal Foundation International reported $230K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $302K.
What is Reef Renewal Foundation International?
Reef Renewal Foundation International is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Larchmont, NY. It holds $230K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Reef Renewal Foundation International operate?
Reef Renewal Foundation International has awarded grants in Florida.
What is Reef Renewal Foundation International's EIN?
Reef Renewal Foundation International's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-2755808. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 13, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 11, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 12, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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