Robert E Ringdahl Foundation Inc

LA CROSSE, WI EIN: 39-1737656

The Robert E Ringdahl Foundation Inc is a private 501(c)(3) grantmaking foundation established in 1992 and based in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The foundation operates as a family foundation with a focus on philanthropic giving across multiple sectors including education, human services, wildlife, and animal welfare.

Financial Overview

From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing

Total Assets

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Annual Giving

$230K

+0.0% YoY

Grant Count

+9.1% YoY

Avg Grant Size

$10K

-8.3% YoY

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated April 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

The foundation has not publicly provided a formal mission statement. However, based on recent grantmaking activity, primary funding areas include:

Education
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
Human Services
Wildlife and animal welfare
Reproductive health
Program support for nonprofit organizations

Grantmaking

The foundation also funds program support for organizations like the Holy Family Gabriel House and provides support for K-9 unit care and food.

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Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

The foundation primarily funds organizations in Colorado, Arizona, and Florida.

Grant Distribution by State

Colorado $503K (46%)

Arizona $440K (40%)

New York $48K (4%)

Oregon $44K (4%)

Wisconsin $31K (3%)

Florida $29K (3%)

Texas $2K (0%)

Georgia $2K (0%)

+2 more states

States

Arizona Colorado Florida Georgia Hawaii New York Oregon Pennsylvania Texas Wisconsin

Cities

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Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

As of December 31, 2024:

Total Assets: $4,674,483
Total Revenue: $348,179
Total Expenses: $260,821
Net Income: $87,358
Total Liabilities: $0

Revenue Composition (2024):

Contributions: 38.1% of total revenue
Investment income and other sources comprise the remainder

The foundation maintains a strong financial position with no outstanding liabilities.

Revenue

Expenses

Qualifying Distributions

Net Investment Income

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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

121 grants across all recorded years

Giving History

Grant recipients and amounts by year

Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Make-a-wish Arizona Inc ($50,000), Horses Help Foundation ($30,000), Longmont Police K9 Association ($15,000).

Recipient	Purpose	Amount
1N10 INC PHOENIX, AZ	PROGRAM SUPPORT	$4,000
ASPEN RIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL ERIE, CO	PROGRAM SUPPORT	$10,000
CHILD CRISIS ARIZONA MESA, AZ	PROGRAM SUPPORT	$10,000
COLORADO THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER LONGMONT, CO	PROGRAM SUPPORT, NOT TO BE USED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES	$5,000
COMMUNITY FOOD SHARE LOUISVILLE, CO	PROGRAM SUPPORT, NOT TO BE USED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES	$5,000
FOOTHILLS FOOD BANK CAREFREE, AZ	PROGRAM SUPPORT	$1,000
FROM NEST TO WINGS INC LONGMONT, CO	PROGRAM SUPPORT, NOT TO BE USED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES	$6,000
GREENWOOD WILDLIFE REHABILITATION CENTER BOULDER, CO	CARE OF INJURED OR SICK ANIMALS	$5,000
HOG HAVEN FARM DEER TRAIL, CO	PROGRAM SUPPORT	$2,500
HORSES HELP FOUNDATION PHOENIX, AZ	PROGRAM SUPPORT	$30,000

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

Robert P Smyth serves as the contact person for the foundation.

Compensation Overview

From 2024 IRS filing

From 2024 filing

Name	Title	Hours	Compensation
THOMAS R RINGDAHL	PRESIDENT & TREASURER	1	—
JEFFREY K FASSBINDER	VICE PRESIDENT	1	—
ROBERT P SMYTH	SECRETARY	1	—

Contact Information

Address: PO Box 1626, La Crosse, WI 54602
Telephone: 608-782-1148
EIN: 39-1737656
Tax-Exempt Status: Since October 1992

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Robert E Ringdahl Foundation Inc fund?

The foundation has not publicly provided a formal mission statement. However, based on recent grantmaking activity, primary funding areas include: • Education • Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking • Human Services • Wildlife and animal welfare • Reproductive health • Program support for nonprofit organizations

How do I apply for a grant from Robert E Ringdahl Foundation Inc?

**Grant Characteristics:** • Typical award range: $1,000–$50,000 • The foundation made 26 grants in 2024 • Total giving in 2024: $230,000 **Recent Grants (2024):** • Make-A-Wish Arizona: $50,000 (Program Support) • Horses Help Foundation: $30,000 (Program Support) • Longmont Police K9 Association: $15,000 (Food and Care of Dog Members of K-9 Unit) The foundation also funds program support for organizations like the Holy Family Gabriel House and provides support for K-9 unit care and food.

Where does Robert E Ringdahl Foundation Inc make grants?

The foundation primarily funds organizations in Colorado, Arizona, and Florida.

What size grants does Robert E Ringdahl Foundation Inc award?

In 2024, Robert E Ringdahl Foundation Inc awarded 24 grants totaling $230K — an average of about $10K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.

What is Robert E Ringdahl Foundation Inc's EIN?

Robert E Ringdahl Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 39-1737656. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.