Nancy Webb Ruskin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nancy Webb Ruskin Foundation is a private foundation in Fremont, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $15,500. 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$81,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$15,500
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was down from $84,500 the year before.
24% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $78,480 | 20 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $84,500 | 23 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $81,000 | 21 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Nancy Webb Ruskin 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 Nancy Webb Ruskin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $56,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $11,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $6,000 |
| New York | 2 | $4,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Zoological Society | General use | $15,500 |
| Kqed | General use | $12,000 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | General use | $8,000 |
| Alameda County Food Bank | General use | $6,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens Hosp | General use | $6,000 |
| National Park Foundation | General use | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics | General use | $3,000 |
| Doctor's Without Borders | General use | $3,000 |
| Smithsonian Nmai | General use | $3,000 |
| Abode Services | General use | $2,500 |
| World Wildlife Foundation | General use | $2,000 |
| Central Ca Food Bank | General use | $2,000 |
| Ca State Parks Foudation | General use | $2,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Alameda County | General use | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General use | $2,000 |
| Save the Children | General use | $2,000 |
| East Bay SPCA | General use | $1,500 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | General use | $1,000 |
| Holocaust Museum | General use | $1,000 |
| Olive Hyde Art Guild | General usse | $1,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | General uses | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Ruskin
- Karen Egge
Questions people ask
Does Nancy Webb Ruskin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nancy Webb Ruskin Foundation give?
$81,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Nancy Webb Ruskin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nancy Ruskin (Trustee) and Karen Egge (Trustee).
What does Nancy Webb Ruskin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, food and hunger and environment and conservation.