The RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach
Preselected recipients only
The RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach is a private foundation in Lake Arrowhead, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $62,500 and the largest $600,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.3 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$62,500
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$21.2 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $573,467 the year before.
60% of its 2024 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 | $573,467 | 6 | $20.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 10 | $21.2 million |
How to apply
The RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $1.3 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Molina Foundation | General funding | $600,000 |
| Long Beach Unified School District | General funding | $243,912 |
| Long Beach Symphony Association | General funding | $120,000 |
| Assistance League of Long Beach | General funding | $100,000 |
| Cambodia Town Film Festival | Covid-19 grant | $75,000 |
| Musique Sur La Mer Youth Symphony O | General funding | $50,000 |
| Long Beach Blues Society | General funding | $50,000 |
| Long Beach Museum of Art | General funding | $47,242 |
| International City Theatre | General funding | $32,450 |
| Rim of the World High School | General funding | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Josephine Molina
- Heather Rudy
- Julius Avery Battiste
Questions people ask
Does The RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $62,500.
Who runs The RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach?
Its 2024 filing lists Josephine Molina (Pres, Dir, Trea), Heather Rudy (Sec, VP, Dir) and Julius Avery Battiste (Board Member).
What does The RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.