Ruesterholz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ruesterholz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $64,115 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $25,000. 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$64,115
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees90%
Giving in 2025 was up from $53,002 the year before.
90% 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 | $33,950 | 11 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $53,002 | 11 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $64,115 | 10 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Ruesterholz Family 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 Ruesterholz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $35,705 |
| New York | 5 | $28,410 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Inner-City Scholarship Fund | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Naples Children Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $20,000 |
| Naples Community Hospital | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $10,000 |
| St Ann's School Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $4,105 |
| St Jean Baptiste School | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $2,500 |
| Pathways Early Education Center of Immokalee | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $1,100 |
| Archdiocese of New York | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $500 |
| Operation Healing Forces | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $500 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $280 |
| Ny Botantical Gardens | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $130 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin Ruesterholz
- Virginia Ruesterholz
Questions people ask
Does Ruesterholz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ruesterholz Family Foundation give?
$64,115 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Ruesterholz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kevin Ruesterholz (Director) and Virginia Ruesterholz (Director).
What does Ruesterholz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.