The Ruane Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ruane Family Foundation is a private foundation in North Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.5 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$5.5 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$122 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4.3 million the year before.
43% 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 | $1.7 million | 7 | $88.5 million |
| 2024 | $4.3 million | 13 | $107 million |
| 2025 | $5.5 million | 14 | $122 million |
How to apply
The Ruane 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 The Ruane Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $3.2 million |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2.0 million |
| New York | 1 | $275,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $11,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $22 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Providence College | Various donations to support operating and capital funds, as well as scholarships, with an emphasis on the sports programs offered by the college. | $2.0 million |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | To support lifesaving patient care, leading-edge medical research and caregiver education programs of the hospital. | $1.6 million |
| Corey C Griffin Foudation | To support high-impct educational, healthcare and mentorship programs for youth from under-resourced communities in massachusetts. | $1.0 million |
| Massachusetts Eye & Eye | To find cures for blindness, deafness and diseases of the head and neck. | $500,002 |
| GS Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund | A donor-advised fund that allows donors to make charitable contributions and recommend grants to qualified organizations. | $275,000 |
| St Mary's High School Foundation Inc | To support a variety of educational programs from arts and athletics to scholarships and aid at a catholic college-preparatory school educating students grades 6 to 12 from more than 30 communities on boston's north shore. | $100,000 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | To support the organization's goal of making music consonant with the highest aspirations of the musical art, creating performance opportunities, and providing educational and training programs at the highest level of excellence. | $10,000 |
| Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation | Contributions to agencies offering assistance to the needy of the local community | $10,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | To fund medical research and drug development to find a cure for cystic fibrosis. | $5,000 |
| The Community House | To inspire, uplift and care for all people in the hamilton-wenham communities. | $2,500 |
| McLean Hospital | A council dedicated to improving mental health care for women and girls in communities in massachusetts and coastal maine. | $1,500 |
| South Florida Basketball Association | To keep the spirit of the city game alive and well. | $1,500 |
| Pullman Community Arts Center | To provide quality performing arts education to south central la youth, inspiring them to envision and pursue their full potential. | $1,000 |
| Phi Beta Kappa | Honor the best and brightest liberal arts and sciences undergraduates from 290+ top schools across the nation througha highly selective, merit-based invitation process. | $22 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael A Ruane
- Elizabeth J Ruane
- Michael A Bass
- John Curtis
Questions people ask
Does The Ruane Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ruane Family Foundation give?
$5.5 million in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Ruane Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael A Ruane (Trustee), Elizabeth J Ruane (Trustee), Michael A Bass (Trustee) and John Curtis (Trustee).
What does The Ruane Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.