Russell W Butterworth Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Russell W Butterworth Foundation is a private foundation in San Clemente, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $200,500 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$200,500
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $185,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $195,000 | 17 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $185,000 | 21 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $200,500 | 22 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Russell W Butterworth 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 Russell W Butterworth Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $91,000 |
| South Carolina | 6 | $43,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $6,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Support organization | $30,000 |
| Individual | Support organization | $30,000 |
| Family Assistance Ministries | Support organization | $20,000 |
| Individual | Support organization | $10,000 |
| 1MISSION | Support organization | $10,000 |
| New Hanover Lions Club | Support organization | $10,000 |
| Project Mexico | Support organization | $10,000 |
| Rize Foundation | Support organzation | $10,000 |
| Individual | Support organization | $10,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | Support organization | $10,000 |
| Lexington Health Foundation Inc | Support organization | $10,000 |
| Individual | Support organization | $5,000 |
| Good Shepherd Center | Support organization | $5,000 |
| Richfield Foundation | Support organization | $5,000 |
| Scheart Foundation | Support organization | $5,000 |
| Individual | Support organization | $5,000 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | Support organization | $5,000 |
| Individual | Support organization | $4,000 |
| Prisma Health Foundation | Support organization | $3,000 |
| North Lawndale College Prep | Support organization | $1,500 |
| Grimes Scene Inc | Support organization | $1,000 |
| Project Hope Alliance | Support organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Claudio A Haug
- Gary Lennert
Questions people ask
Does Russell W Butterworth Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Russell W Butterworth Foundation give?
$200,500 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Russell W Butterworth Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Claudio A Haug (Treasurer) and Gary Lennert (President).
What does Russell W Butterworth Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.