Ruthanne Koffman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ruthanne Koffman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $84,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$84,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $100,650 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 | $100,650 | 10 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $84,000 | 7 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Ruthanne Koffman Charitable 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 Ruthanne Koffman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $66,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YWCA Binghamton and Broome County | General charitable donation | $30,000 |
| Tri Cities Opera | General charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Camp Sertoma | General charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Westcoast Black Theatre Troup | General charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation | General charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Malawi Children's Mission | General charitable donation | $3,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | General charitable donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruthanne Koffman
- David Koffman
- Elizabeth Koffman
- Steven Koffman
- Jeffrey Koffman
Questions people ask
Does Ruthanne Koffman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ruthanne Koffman Charitable Foundation give?
$84,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Ruthanne Koffman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ruthanne Koffman (Trustee), David Koffman (Trustee), Elizabeth Koffman (Trustee) and Steven Koffman (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ruthanne Koffman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and faith communities.