RV Pilar Inc
Our mission is to advance scientific knowledge and promote sustainable practices for the benefit of our oceans. As a research vessel, we provide a platform for oceanographers and researchers to conduct experiments, fostering innovation and discovery in marine science. We run tag-and- release missions to help researchers better track the populations of marlin & key pelagic species. Advocating for responsible fishing practices, sourcing fish that are caught sustainably, and promoting alternatives to plastic. Through our work, we aim to create a more harmonious relationship between humanity and the oceans, preserving their health and well-being for generations to come.
RV Pilar Inc at a glance
In short: RV Pilar Inc gave $750 across 2 grants in 2025 (avg $375), mostly in California. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $750
- +15.4% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 2
- Average grant
- $375
- Median grant
- $375
- Total assets
- $697,525
- -24.2% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- California (67% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who RV Pilar Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was The Marlin Club ($500). Together the top 2 received $750.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $650 (2024) to $5K (2023). In 2025 it made 2 grants totaling $750.
Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Marlin Club San Diego, CA | General Support | $500 |
| The Billfish Foundation Fort Lauderdale, FL | General Support | $250 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $697,525 | $152,317 | $375,661 | $750 | 2 | $109,170 |
| 2024 | $920,577 | $200,862 | $414,724 | $650 | Total only | — |
| 2023 | $1,134,619 | $261,341 | $474,808 | $5,000 | Total only | — |
| 2022 | $1,347,535 | — | $396,229 | $1,833 | Total only | — |
"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
About RV Pilar Inc
Based on IRS filings
RV Pilar Inc is a private foundation focused on Science & Technology, based in San Diego, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2022 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $698K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 2 grants totaling $750.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
RV Pilar Inc is led by Joseph Russell, President & S since 2023 (on filings since 2022); none of the 5 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Joseph Russell
President & S
President, Vice President, Treasurer & Secretary → President & S, 2023
On filings since 2022
30 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Brandelius
Director
Board Member → Director, 2024
On filings since 2022
20 hrs/week
$5K (2024) → $0 (2025)
Laura Newberry McDonald
Director
Board Member → Director, 2024
On filings since 2022
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Peter Gotfredson
Director
Board Member → Director, 2024
On filings since 2022
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Bottorff
Director
On filings since 2024
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Robert Woodward Jr. (2022–2023) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $5K, to John Brandelius (Director).
Frequently asked questions about RV Pilar Inc
How much does RV Pilar Inc give each year?
RV Pilar Inc gave $750 across 2 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it reported $650 in grants paid.
How large is RV Pilar Inc?
RV Pilar Inc reported $698K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $152K.
What is RV Pilar Inc?
RV Pilar Inc is a private foundation focused on Science & Technology, based in San Diego, CA. It holds $698K in total assets as of 2025.
Where does RV Pilar Inc operate?
RV Pilar Inc has awarded grants in California, Florida.
What is RV Pilar Inc's EIN?
RV Pilar Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 86-1327444. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS April 7, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 9, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 15, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS March 24, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2025
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