Rutherford Foundation
Accepts applications
Rutherford Foundation is a private foundation in Springfield, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $45,000 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $3,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$45,000
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$647,710
Giving in 2024 was up from $39,402 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $39,402 | 26 | $652,837 |
| 2024 | $45,000 | 29 | $647,710 |
How to apply
| Contact | Shannon Gerber 257 E 5th Ave, Springfield, CO 81073 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (719) 361-0672 |
| What to submit | There is no specific form to complete by the applicant. However, the students application must indicate the college to be attended and the major that has been selected. If a major has not been selected then a date when a major will be selected must be indicated. |
| Deadlines | There is no deadline |
| Restrictions | Educational assistance awards are awarded to high school graduating seniors from high schools located in baca county Colorado. The maximum annual award per individual is $3,000. |
What Rutherford Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 28 | $43,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Education award | $3,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $2,500 |
| Individual | Education award | $2,500 |
| Individual | Education award | $2,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $2,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $2,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $2,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $2,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $2,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $2,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $2,000 |
| Individual | Educatiion award | $2,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,500 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,500 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,500 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,500 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,500 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education award | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Shannon Gerber
- Suzette Hall
- John Lefferdink
Questions people ask
Does Rutherford Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: There is no deadline.
How much does Rutherford Foundation give?
$45,000 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Rutherford Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Shannon Gerber (Trustee), Suzette Hall (Trustee) and John Lefferdink (Trustee).
What does Rutherford Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.