Milton and Margie Ruben Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Milton and Margie Ruben Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Augusta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $68,025 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,640 and the largest $50,000. 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$68,025
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,640
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $43,817 the year before.
33% 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 | $60,902 | 7 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $43,817 | 8 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $68,025 | 9 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Milton and Margie Ruben 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 Milton and Margie Ruben Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 1 | $50,000 |
| Georgia | 4 | $8,243 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $7,282 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tulane University Bookfest | Community support | $50,000 |
| Mountain Theater Co | Community support | $5,642 |
| Jewish Community Center and Federation of Augusta | Religious | $5,000 |
| Adas Yeshurun | Religious | $2,000 |
| Highlands Cashiers Chamber Music Festival | Community support | $1,640 |
| Center for Life Enrichment | Community support | $1,500 |
| Ray Coleman Bridge Club | Community support | $1,080 |
| Memphis Jewish Federation | Religious | $1,000 |
| Augusta University | Community support | $163 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Bernstein
- Jody Cohen
- Marjorie Ruben
Questions people ask
Does Milton and Margie Ruben Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Milton and Margie Ruben Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$68,025 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,640.
Who runs Milton and Margie Ruben Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Amy Bernstein (Trustee), Jody Cohen (Trustee) and Marjorie Ruben (Trustee).
What does Milton and Margie Ruben Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.