Harry & Harriet Ruchman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Harry & Harriet Ruchman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Key West, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,133 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $4,500. 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$32,133
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$4,500
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $33,638 the year before.
67% 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 | $34,935 | 28 | $705,974 |
| 2024 | $33,638 | 18 | $805,256 |
| 2025 | $32,133 | 26 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Harry & Harriet Ruchman 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 Harry & Harriet Ruchman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 16 | $21,213 |
| New York | 4 | $5,060 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,360 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Studios of Key West | General funds | $4,500 |
| Samuel's House | General funds | $4,000 |
| Monroe County Education Foundation | General funds | $2,500 |
| Fringe Theater of Key West | General funds | $2,000 |
| The Jazz Gallery | General funds | $2,000 |
| Waterfront Playhouse | General funds | $1,638 |
| The Studios of Key West | General funds | $1,500 |
| Caf America | General funds | $1,360 |
| Congregation B'nai Zion | General funds | $1,050 |
| Park Avenue Synagogue | General funds | $1,030 |
| Temple Emanu-El | General funds | $1,030 |
| Central Synagogue | General funds | $1,000 |
| Conservancy Guardians USA Fund Inc | General funds | $1,000 |
| Elephant Havens Wildlife Foundation | General funds | $1,000 |
| River Arts District Artist Fund | General funds | $1,000 |
| William E Taylor Division - US Naval Sea Cadet Corps | General funds | $1,000 |
| South Florida Symphony Orchestra | General funds | $675 |
| Fringe Theater of Key West | General funds | $650 |
| Congregation B'nai Zion | General funds | $500 |
| Fringe Theater of Key West | General funds | $500 |
| Last Stand | General funds | $500 |
| Waterfront Playhouse | General funds | $500 |
| Waterfront Playhouse | General funds | $500 |
| Tennessee Williams Theatre | General funds | $300 |
| Waterfront Playhouse | General funds | $200 |
| Waterfront Playhouse | General funds | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Neal Ruchman
- Melissa Jean McDaniel
Questions people ask
Does Harry & Harriet Ruchman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harry & Harriet Ruchman Foundation Inc give?
$32,133 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Harry & Harriet Ruchman Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Neal Ruchman (Director) and Melissa Jean McDaniel (Director).
What does Harry & Harriet Ruchman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and environment and conservation.