The Raphael Family Foundation
The Raphael Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Miami, Florida. Its 2024 filing reports 24 grants totaling $854,000 to charitable organizations, including organizations working in media and the arts, health, community services, and youth empowerment.
The Raphael Family Foundation at a glance
In short: The Raphael Family Foundation gave $854K across 24 grants in 2024 (avg $36K), top state Pennsylvania. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $854,000
- +180.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 24
- +500.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $35,583
- -53.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $15,000
- Total assets
- $25,179,659
- +85.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (44% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Raphael Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 382 Ne 191St St Pmb 966158, Miami, FL 33179-3899
Phone: (800) 839-1754
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Raphael Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Creative Visions Foundation ($250K). Together the top 10 received $753K.
Grant Size Distribution
28 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 23 grants of 28 (82%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania (44%) and California (43%), followed by Rhode Island (6%), New Jersey (5%), and Florida (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 24 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Raphael Family Foundation gives
- In 2024 it paid out 132% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $304K (2023) to $854K (2024). In 2024 it made 24 grants totaling $854K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Visions Foundation Nipomo, CA | Regenerative Media Lab | $250,000 |
| The Academy in Manayunk Inc Conshohocken, PA | POWER Amphitheater | $250,000 |
| Brown University Providence, RI | the School of Engineering/the Futures Fund | $50,000 |
| Its Bigger Than US Los Angeles, CA | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Youth Empowerment for Advancement Hangout Philadelphia, PA | General & Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Marys Place by the Sea Inc Ocean Grove, NJ | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| We Grow LA Los Angeles, CA | Black Santa initiative in partnership with Baron Davis | $25,000 |
| Music for Movements Inc W Hollywood, CA | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| The Cooper Foundation Inc Camden, NJ | Charitable Event | $20,000 |
| Cityteam Ministries San Jose, CA | Hope Cafe for one year | $18,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25,179,659 | $12,616,792 | $994,281 | $854,000 | 24 | $925,995 | $555,306 | $703,685 |
| 2023 | $13,557,148 | $10,932,155 | $376,109 | $304,000 | 4 | $374,094 | $234,192 | $271,395 |
| 2022 | $3,001,102 | $3,011,102 | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 | $1,102 | $5,492 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Raphael Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $704K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied missions. For example, Creative Visions Foundation describes its mission as “creating awareness of critical issues and promoting positive action through media and the arts.” Friends of Farmworkers says it supports low-wage workers pursuing economic and social justice through legal services, education, and advocacy. CityTeam Ministries describes its work as restoring lives and rebuilding communities through programs providing food, shelter, clothing, training, and spiritual transformation.
Other 2024 grantees include organizations whose stated missions involve cancer research and education, support services for women with cancer, and youth empowerment through basketball.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 24 grants totaling $854,000. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $250,000, with a median grant of $15,000. In 2023, it reported four grants totaling $304,000.
Its largest 2024 grants included $250,000 each to Creative Visions Foundation for the Regenerative Media Lab and The Academy in Manayunk Inc. for POWER Amphitheater. Other notable grants were $50,000 to Brown University for the School of Engineering/the Futures Fund; $50,000 to It’s Bigger Than Us for general and unrestricted support; and $45,000 to Youth Empowerment for Advancement Hangout for general and unrestricted support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists these directors: Ross Borneman, Vanessa Braxton-Veloski, Jonathan Diskin, Kyle Mazade, Cassidy Neal, Asher Raphael, Ilysa Raphael, and Nancy Rein Raphael. Jonathan Diskin is also listed as treasurer; Asher Raphael as president; and Ilysa Raphael as secretary.
The Raphael Family Foundation is led by Asher Raphael, Director & President on every filing since 2022; none of the 8 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Asher Raphael
Director & President
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cassidy Neal
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ilysa Raphael
Director & Secretary
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan Diskin
Director & Treasurer
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nancy Rein Raphael
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ross Borneman
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Vanessa Braxton-Veloski
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kyle Mazade
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "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 The Raphael Family Foundation
How much does The Raphael Family Foundation give each year?
The Raphael Family Foundation gave $854K across 24 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $304K across 4 grants.
What is The Raphael Family Foundation's typical grant size?
The Raphael Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $15,000, and its average grant was $35,583, across 24 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Raphael Family Foundation give grants?
The Raphael Family Foundation's top state is Pennsylvania, with 44% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (43%) and Rhode Island (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Philadelphia, PA (12 grants) and Los Angeles, CA (2 grants).
Does The Raphael Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 67% of The Raphael Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (16 of 24) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Raphael Family Foundation's largest grantees?
The Raphael Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Creative Visions Foundation ($250,000), The Academy in Manayunk Inc ($250,000) and Brown University ($50,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 64% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Raphael Family Foundation?
The Raphael Family Foundation reported $25.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $926K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $704K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Raphael Family Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied missions. For example, Creative Visions Foundation describes its mission as “creating awareness of critical issues and promoting positive action through media and the arts.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Raphael Family Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Raphael Family Foundation's EIN?
The Raphael Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-3843563. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Does The Raphael Family 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.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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