“Let’s give it all away. But let’s do it in a particular way, with our hearts and our minds. Let’s find what works and support that.”
Richard E. Rainwater
Founder, The Rainwater Charitable Foundation
Foundation Overview
The Rainwater Charitable Foundation (RCF) is a private family foundation based in Fort Worth, Texas, founded by Richard E. Rainwater in 1991. We approach our philanthropic giving with humility, and pursue initiatives where we can involve partnerships and measure impact.
Program Areas
In all areas of giving, RCF seeks to employ the same strategies and values that Mr. Rainwater used for business investments. We seek out programs with measurable success, strong leadership and the ability to scale for greater impact.
Family Economic Security Program
We are committed to serving North Texas families and children through supporting quality education, upskilling, affordable housing, and childcare.
Medical Research Program
With a drive to find a cure for tauopathies, our research is focused on accelerating the development of new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.
Other Foundation Programs
From Africa to Fort Worth, we support a diverse range of organizations that create a world where everyone can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Latest Updates
Fourth-Annual Rainwater Prize Winners for Brain Research
Tau2024 Global Conference: March 25-26, 2024
Alzheimer’s Association International Conference: July 28 – August 1, 2024
Advancing Tauopathy Research: Insights from the Inaugural RCF Tauopathy Challenge Workshop
The Therapeutic Landscape of Tauopathies: Challenges and Prospects
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777 Main Street, STE #2250
Fort Worth, TX 76102
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