Rutledge Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Rutledge Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,442 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$90,442
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $73,000 the year before.
15% 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 | $58,130 | 17 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $73,000 | 19 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $90,442 | 13 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Rutledge Charitable 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 Rutledge Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6 | $68,000 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $8,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,442 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Redeemer Church | General | $30,000 |
| Pines of Sarasota Foundation | General | $13,000 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | General | $10,000 |
| Sarasota Medical Pregancy Center | General | $10,000 |
| Madonna Learning Center | General | $5,000 |
| Forward Edge International | General | $5,000 |
| Wadsworth Sulgrave Historic Preservation | General | $4,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General | $3,442 |
| Big Waters Land Trust | General | $3,000 |
| Nashota House Theological Seminary | General | $2,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | General | $2,000 |
| Gulf Gate Church | General | $2,000 |
| Gideons International | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James C Rutledge
- Amanda R Simmons
Questions people ask
Does Rutledge Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rutledge Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$90,442 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Rutledge Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists James C Rutledge (President) and Amanda R Simmons (Director).
What does Rutledge Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.