Rusty Rabbit Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rusty Rabbit Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $171,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$171,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $151,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $157,000 | 5 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $151,000 | 9 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $171,000 | 12 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Rusty Rabbit 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 Rusty Rabbit Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 11 | $166,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Horsesensing Inc | General & Unrestricted | $65,000 |
| Operaton Care Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Fire Mission Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Awake Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Fathers Love Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity International Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Shelby County Humane Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Shelby County Parks and Recreation Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Myasthenia Gravis Association | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Operation Catsnip of Kentucky Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Tysons Chance Animal Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Backwards Backpack | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Samantha Burgess
- John R Warren
- Tina L Warren
Questions people ask
Does Rusty Rabbit Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rusty Rabbit Foundation give?
$171,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Rusty Rabbit Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Samantha Burgess (Dir, Sec), John R Warren (Dir, Treas) and Tina L Warren (Dir, Pres).
What does Rusty Rabbit Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and animals.