The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation
The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation is a private foundation based in West Palm Beach, Florida. It supports STEAM education in Florida schools and organizations through scholarships and grants, and funds projects intended to connect science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics with real-world problem-solving.
The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation at a glance
In short: The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation gave $292K across 21 grants in 2025 (avg $14K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $291,984
- +49.1% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 21
- +75.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $13,904
- -14.8% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $2,797,945
- -3.9% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Florida (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Its website describes a formal letter of intent and project proposal process for STEAM funding; the 2026 awards year is closed, with a new application portal expected in 2027.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1875 Wood Glen Cir, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Phone: (561) 323-5823
Website: https://rickelfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was South Florida PBS ($50K). Together the top 10 received $217K.
Grant Size Distribution
54 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 49 grants of 54 (91%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s website says it aims to enrich STEAM education in Florida and identifies projects in South Florida. In filing year 2025, all reported grant dollars went to recipients in Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation gives
- 33% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 119% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 246% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $18K (2020) to $292K (2025). In 2025 it made 21 grants totaling $292K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Florida PBS Boynton Beach, FL | General Purpose | $50,000 |
| Literacy Coalition of PB Boynton Beach, FL | General Purpose | $37,500 |
| The Olga Iglesias Foundation Weston, FL | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| South Florida Symphony Fort Lauderdale, FL | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| OIC of South Florida Fort Lauderdale, FL | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| Atlantic Center for the Arts ACA New Smyrna Beach, FL | General Purpose | $17,500 |
| Children's Museum of Treasure Coast Jensen Beach, FL | General Purpose | $16,000 |
| Sarasota Children's Museum Sarasota, FL | General Purpose | $15,000 |
| Gable Stage Coral Gables, FL | General Purpose | $11,000 |
| The Cox Science Center and Aquarium West Palm Beach, FL | General Purpose | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,797,945 | $621,707 | $748,202 | $291,984 | 21 | $462,670 | $384,104 | $188,243 |
| 2024 | $2,912,009 | $496,662 | $356,449 | $195,843 | 12 | $309,075 | $454,288 | $184,113 |
| 2023 | $2,825,985 | $396,404 | $319,350 | $170,250 | 10 | $270,905 | $357,321 | $167,968 |
| 2022 | $2,737,500 | $416,985 | $220,638 | $133,060 | 5 | $182,516 | $379,363 | $162,745 |
| 2021 | $2,552,452 | $132,429 | $305,630 | $180,370 | 6 | $257,287 | $99,086 | $165,369 |
| 2020 | $2,700,396 | $133,977 | $57,518 | $18,000 | 1 | — | $115,014 | $134,013 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation reported a distributable amount of $188K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation says it seeks to enrich STEAM education in Florida schools and organizations by supporting students and teachers through scholarships and grants. It also describes funding innovative educational and research opportunities, unique studies, and initiatives intended to develop programs for schools and organizations in need. Its website says applicants and projects should bring together elements of STEAM education to benefit students and the wider community.
Its 2025 grantees illustrate a range of supported organizations. South Florida PBS describes its mission as entertaining, enlightening, and educating the South Florida community. OIC of South Florida says it provides self-help skills and employment opportunities for disadvantaged and underemployed residents. Sarasota Children’s Museum describes hands-on learning in STEM, cultural, and historical subjects, while Elevar Foundation says it provides educational programs focused on transformation through music. The Society of the Four Arts describes its work as educational and cultural programming in art, music, drama, literature, and historical and current affairs.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 21 grants totaling $291,984. Grants ranged from $360 to $50,000, with a median grant of $10,000. Notable awards included $50,000 to South Florida PBS; $37,500 to Literacy Coalition of PB; $20,000 each to The Olga Iglesias Foundation, South Florida Symphony, and OIC of South Florida; and $17,500 to Atlantic Center for the Arts ACA. Other reported awards included $16,000 to Children’s Museum of Treasure Coast, $15,000 to Sarasota Children’s Museum, and $11,000 to GABLE STAGE.
The foundation’s website describes a process for STEAM grant applicants that calls for a formal letter of intent and a proposal covering the project description and STEAM focus, timeline, statement of need, itemized budget, and plans for updates on the grant’s impact. It describes eligibility as open to individuals, schools, and other educational organizations with 501(c)(3) status. However, the foundation’s 2025 filing says it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. The website states that its 2026 awards year is closed and that a new application portal is expected to open in 2027.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists John Ralph Rickel-Finnegan as president, Tyler Crawford as treasurer, Mylinh Chau as vice president, and Patrick Rickel-Finnegan as secretary.
The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation is led by John Ralph Rickel-Finnegan, President on every filing since 2020; all 4 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
John Ralph Rickel-Finnegan
President
On filings since 2020
$50K (2025)
Mylinh Chau
Vice President
Secretary → Vice President, 2025
On filings since 2020
$50K (2025)
Tyler Crawford
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
$50K (2025)
Patrick Rickel-Finnegan
Secretary
New on the 2025 filing
$50K (2025)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $50K, to John Ralph Rickel-Finnegan (President). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation
How much does The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation give each year?
The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation gave $292K across 21 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $196K across 12 grants.
What is The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation's typical grant size?
The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $10,000, and its average grant was $13,904, across 21 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation give grants?
The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation gives mostly in Florida: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were West Palm Beach, FL (4 grants), Palm Beach, FL (3 grants), Boynton Beach, FL (2 grants) and Fort Lauderdale, FL (2 grants).
Does The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (21 of 21) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation's largest grantees?
The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include South Florida PBS ($50,000), Literacy Coalition of PB ($37,500) and The Olga Iglesias Foundation ($20,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation?
The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation reported $2.8M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $463K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $188K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation fund?
The foundation says it seeks to enrich STEAM education in Florida schools and organizations by supporting students and teachers through scholarships and grants. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation's EIN?
The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-2185402. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Annette URSO Rickel Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 16, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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