Julie & Bill Ruehle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Julie & Bill Ruehle Foundation is a private foundation in Rancho Santa Fe, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,460 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,125 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$32,460
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,125
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$476,380
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,036 the year before.
60% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $25,016 | 7 | $614,276 |
| 2024 | $16,036 | 7 | $696,984 |
| 2025 | $32,460 | 6 | $476,380 |
How to apply
Julie & Bill Ruehle Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Julie & Bill Ruehle Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $15,210 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,750 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pars Equality Center | To support local charities | $15,000 |
| Caethedral School of St Mary | To support local charities | $10,000 |
| Individual | To support local charities | $3,750 |
| Alleghany College | To support local charities | $2,500 |
| Harvard University | To support local charities | $1,000 |
| NAMI National Alliance on Mental Il | To support local charitites | $210 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie Ruehle
- William J Ruehle
- Delara Bahadori
Questions people ask
Does Julie & Bill Ruehle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Julie & Bill Ruehle Foundation give?
$32,460 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,125.
Who runs Julie & Bill Ruehle Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Julie Ruehle (President), William J Ruehle (Treasurer) and Delara Bahadori (Director Assistant Secretary).
What does Julie & Bill Ruehle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.