Rice Family Foundation
The Rice Family Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) philanthropic organization based in Bainbridge Island, Washington. Established in 2017 by Mike and Jane Rice, the foundation provides grant funding to support eligible organizations dedicated to improving education, health, and family well-being. While originally focused on the Hanover, Pennsylvania region, the foundation has expanded its geographic reach to support communities across the United States.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$6.7M
-0.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$658K
-0.3% YoY
Grant Count
72
-10.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$9K
+10.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Rice Family Foundation was established to provide leadership and support for the improvement and transformation of education, health, and the well-being of families in their communities. The foundation supports a diverse range of subject areas including:
- Arts and culture
- Humanities
- Education and higher education
- Environment and natural resources
- Health and medical research
- Religion, Christianity, and Protestantism
- Human services
- Philanthropy and voluntarism
Grantmaking
Applications are due no later than July 31st each year, with awards announced by December 31st of the same year. Organizations may apply online or submit a printed hard copy. Previously funded organizations are eligible to reapply. Grant recipients are notified by mail and published on the foundation's website.
Grant Range
$1,000–$40,000
Average Grant
approximately $34,000
How to Apply
**
Ready to take the next step with Rice Family Foundation?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds projects across numerous U.S. cities and states, including major metropolitan areas such as New York, Chicago, and Seattle, as well as smaller communities. Primary grantmaking focus areas include Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan, with additional support in states including Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington, and others.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year Ending November 2024:
- Total Assets: $6,749,920
- Total Revenue: $654,839
- Total Expenses: $665,485
- Net Income: -$10,646
- Total Liabilities: $0
- Giving Rate: 9.8%
Tax-Exempt Status: 501(c)(3) organization, tax-exempt since October 1987
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $6,749,920 | $6,760,566 | $7,183,294 |
| Revenue | $654,839 | $239,914 | $334,283 |
| Expenses | $665,485 | $662,642 | $694,063 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $659,705 | $661,258 | $691,304 |
| Net Investment Income | $653,009 | $237,024 | $333,030 |
| Distributable Amount | $600,013 | $536,158 | $560,320 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation operates with a volunteer board of directors:
- Emily R. Douglass – President (1 hour/week)
- Carol R. Bowditch – Treasurer (1 hour/week)
- Lynn D. Rice – Secretary (1 hour/week)
- James A. Bowditch – Director (1 hour/week)
- Hilary R. Sonstegard – Director (1 hour/week)
- James Arthur Bowditch – Director (1 hour/week)
- Andrew J. Rice – Director (1 hour/week)
All board members serve without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAROL R BOWDITCH | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| EMILY R DOUGLASS | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| JAMES A BOWDITCH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LYNN D RICE | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| HILARY R SONSTEGARD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JAMES ARTHUR BOWDITCH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ANDREW J RICE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Rice Family Foundation completed its 2024 grant fund distributions, awarding grants to local area nonprofit organizations. The foundation continues to actively support eligible organizations in Hanover communities and beyond through its annual grant cycle.
The Rice Family Foundation to Support Local Area Non-Profit OrganizationsRelated Funders
Similar funders by location and focus area
Thurgood Marshall PTA
SEATTLE, WA
Assets
$186K
Grants
1
Total Given
$224K
The Hare Bnb Rescue Spa and Boutique
LACEY, WA
Assets
$5K
Grants
1
Total Given
$400
Cmr Foundation
STANWOOD, WA
Assets
$1.0M
Grants
2
Total Given
$1.5M
Sequim Masonic Lodge Foundation
CARLSBORG, WA
Assets
$1.3M
Grants
12
Total Given
$30K
Foundation House at Northgate
GIG HARBOR, WA
Assets
$223K
Grants
16
Total Given
$159K
Women of Wisdom Wow Tricities
RICHLAND, WA
Assets
$91K
Grants
1
Total Given
$25K
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
What could you do with Rice Family Foundation on Grantable?
- Assess strategic fit with your organization
- Draft a tailored letter of inquiry
- Find open RFPs from this funder
- Monitor for new funding opportunities