Lynne Ruffin-Smith Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Lynne Ruffin-Smith Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $890,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $360,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$890,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$360,000
- Assets$11.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $772,500 the year before.
0% 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 | $523,750 | 16 | $11.1 million |
| 2024 | $772,500 | 16 | $11.2 million |
| 2025 | $890,000 | 16 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Shana Pinter 2 Righter Parkway Ste 300A, Wilmington, DE 19803 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (302) 573-5812 |
| What to submit | Application must include an IRS 501C3 determination letter or comply with expenditure responsibility requirement |
| Deadlines | No deadlines |
What Lynne Ruffin-Smith Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 12 | $730,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $85,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $45,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Lou Ruvo Brain Institute Larry Ruvo Chairman | Unrestricted gift | $360,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada | Unrestricted gift | $90,000 |
| St Rose Dominican Health Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $65,000 |
| Wichita Art Museum Kourtney Carson Director of Development | Unrestricted gift | $60,000 |
| THE SHADE TREE INCORPORATED Tiffany Qualls Director | Unrestricted gift | $45,000 |
| DAV Charitable Service Trust | Unrestricted gift | $45,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Nevad | Unrestricted gift | $45,000 |
| Keck Medicine of USC | Unrestricted gift | $30,000 |
| Southern Nevada Law Enforcement Memorial | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Music Theater Wichita Carter Tholl Development Manager | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| VEGAS PBS Kathleen Frantz Major Gifts | Unrestricted gift | $20,000 |
| NATHAN ADELSON HOSPICE FOUNDATION Stephanie Forbes Mngr | Unrestricted gift | $20,000 |
| Olympia Companies Southern Highlands Cha ritable Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $20,000 |
| Core Academy | Unrestricted gift | $20,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Bishop Gorman High School Ms Bridget Michlik Dir of Advancement | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- First State Trust Company
- David Straus
- Barbara Danberg
Questions people ask
Does Lynne Ruffin-Smith Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No deadlines.
How much does Lynne Ruffin-Smith Charitable Foundation give?
$890,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs Lynne Ruffin-Smith Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists First State Trust Company (Director), David Straus (Managing Director) and Barbara Danberg (Pres. , Secr. and Treasurer).
What does Lynne Ruffin-Smith Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and education.