The Ruth Krauss Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Ruth Krauss Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bridgeport, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,200 in 49 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$160,200
- Number of grants49
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was down from $160,500 the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $246,500 | 48 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $160,500 | 46 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $160,200 | 49 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Ruth Krauss Foundation Inc 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 The Ruth Krauss Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 27 | $82,200 |
| Massachusetts | 20 | $67,500 |
| New York | 1 | $6,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $4,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schoke Jewish Family Service | General support | $12,000 |
| Connecticut Food Bank | General support | $10,000 |
| Marrakech Inc | General support | $9,000 |
| Stockbridge Library | General support | $9,000 |
| Project Morry | General support | $6,000 |
| The Center for Family Justice | General support | $5,500 |
| Berkshire Bounty | General support | $5,000 |
| Connecticut Legal Services | General support | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Western Massachusetts | General support | $5,000 |
| Mass Audubon | General support | $5,000 |
| People's Pantry | General support | $5,000 |
| Middlebury College Scholarship Fund | General support | $4,500 |
| Berkshire Grown | General support | $4,000 |
| 18 Degrees | General support | $3,000 |
| Barrington Stage Company | General support | $3,000 |
| Berkshire Botanical Garden | General support | $3,000 |
| Berkshire Family YMCA | General support | $3,000 |
| Berkshire Music School Inc | General support | $3,000 |
| Bridgeport YMCA | General support | $3,000 |
| Cata | General support | $3,000 |
| Domestic Violence Crisis Center | General support | $3,000 |
| Greenagers | General support | $3,000 |
| Literacy Network of South Berkshire | General support | $3,000 |
| Operation Hope | General support | $3,000 |
| Railroad Street Youth Project | General support | $3,000 |
| Roots Rising | General support | $3,000 |
| Star Inc | General support | $3,000 |
| Western CT YMCA - Danbury | General support | $3,000 |
| The Council of Churches of Greater Bridgeport Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| Clicc | General support | $2,000 |
| Neighbors Studios of Fairfield County | General support | $2,000 |
| Norman Rockwell Museum | General support | $2,000 |
| Norwalk Symphony Orchestra | General support | $2,000 |
| Rites of Passage and Empowerment (Rope) | General support | $2,000 |
| The Kennedy Center | General support | $2,000 |
| Woodruff Family YMCA | General support | $2,000 |
| Berkshire United Way | General support | $1,500 |
| St Joseph's Parenting Center | General support | $1,500 |
| The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum | General support | $1,500 |
| Clasp Homes Inc | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stewart I Edelstein
- Greta E Solomon
- David B Zabel
Questions people ask
Does The Ruth Krauss Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ruth Krauss Foundation Inc give?
$160,200 in tax year 2025, across 49 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Ruth Krauss Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Stewart I Edelstein (President), Greta E Solomon (Treasurer & Secretary) and David B Zabel (Director).
What does The Ruth Krauss Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, education and faith communities.