Merlin and Ethyl Rufer Scholarship Trust
Preselected recipients only
Merlin and Ethyl Rufer Scholarship Trust is a private foundation in Tampa, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,373 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $14,373 and the largest $14,373. 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$14,373
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$14,373
- Largest grant$14,373
- Assets$258,837
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,771 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 | $11,983 | 1 | $232,201 |
| 2024 | $12,771 | 1 | $239,555 |
| 2025 | $14,373 | 1 | $258,837 |
How to apply
Merlin and Ethyl Rufer Scholarship Trust 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $14,373 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| FD Community FoundationUnited Way | Administrative | $14,373 |
Officers and trustees
- Members Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Merlin and Ethyl Rufer Scholarship Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Merlin and Ethyl Rufer Scholarship Trust give?
$14,373 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $14,373.
Who runs Merlin and Ethyl Rufer Scholarship Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Members Trust Company (Trustee).