The Ruth & J O Stone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ruth & J O Stone Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $4.9 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$4.9 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$47.6 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $970,069 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.8 million | 21 | $43.6 million |
| 2024 | $970,069 | 20 | $47.0 million |
| 2025 | $4.9 million | 29 | $47.6 million |
How to apply
The Ruth & J O Stone 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 The Ruth & J O Stone Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 27 | $4.9 million |
| West Virginia | 2 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clearwater Free Clinic Inc | To Fund improvements to the Wellness Center | $2.0 million |
| Morton Plant Mease Health Care Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2.0 million |
| Town of Belleair | Claw Truck Purchase | $206,000 |
| Community Foundation of Tampa Bay Inc | Love IV Lawrence Foundation | $100,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Red Kettle Campaign | $100,000 |
| Florida Orchestra Inc | Season Sponsor of Pre-Concert Conversations | $50,000 |
| Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation Inc | Underwrite the 2025 exhibitions for the Wild Space Gallery located in the Foundation's headquarters | $50,000 |
| Hope Villages of America Inc | For the Purchase of a Refrigerated Truck | $50,000 |
| Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virgin | Charitable Event | $25,000 |
| Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virgin | Charitable Event | $25,000 |
| Florida Orchestra Inc | Guest Artist for TFO Gala | $25,000 |
| Ruth Eckerd Hall Inc | Charitable Event | $25,000 |
| Special Operations Warrior Foundation | Charitable Event | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Red Kettle Campaign | $25,000 |
| Alzheimers Disease and Related Disorders Associati | Charitable Event | $20,000 |
| Church of the Ascension Inc | Charitable Event | $20,000 |
| Clearwater Free Clinic Inc | Charitable Event | $20,000 |
| Community Dental Clinic Inc | Capital Campaign for the Ruth And J O Stone Dental Care & Education Center | $20,000 |
| Dunedin Fine Arts Cultural Center Inc | Charitable Event | $20,000 |
| Special Operations Warrior Foundation | Charitable Event | $20,000 |
| The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation Inc | Charitable Event | $20,000 |
| The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation Inc | Charitable Event | $20,000 |
| Church of the Ascension Inc | ShowerUp: Mobile Showers for the homeless and anyone in need | $15,000 |
| Community Dental Clinic Inc | Charitable Event | $15,000 |
| Charity Works Inc | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Mt Zion United Methodist Church Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Childrens Home Society of Florida Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Clearwater Historical Society Inc | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals T | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda R Chamberlain
- H Jason Hall
- Timothy K Mariani
Questions people ask
Does The Ruth & J O Stone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ruth & J O Stone Foundation give?
$4.9 million in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Ruth & J O Stone Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda R Chamberlain (Sec, Treas, Dir), H Jason Hall (Dir, VP) and Timothy K Mariani (Dir, Pres).
What does The Ruth & J O Stone Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and human services.