Biff Ruttenberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Biff Ruttenberg Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $123,755 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,826 and the largest $96,137. 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$123,755
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,826
- Largest grant$96,137
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $240,088 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 | $240,088 | 21 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $123,755 | 13 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Biff Ruttenberg 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 Biff Ruttenberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $111,050 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,966 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,913 |
| California | 1 | $1,826 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Francis W Parker School | Education | $96,137 |
| US Golf Assn | Charity | $5,966 |
| Jewish United Fund | Charity | $4,913 |
| US Holocaust Museum | Charity | $4,913 |
| Anshe Emet Synagogue | Religious | $4,081 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Charity | $1,827 |
| American Jewish Committee | Charity | $1,826 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Charity | $1,826 |
| Chicago Loop Synagogue | Charity | $531 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Charity | $515 |
| Maot Chitim of Greater Chicago | Charity | $500 |
| Ark the | Charity | $360 |
| Congregation Beth Shalom | Religious | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger F Ruttenberg
- Gwen Callans
- Lisa Kovar
- David Metrick
Questions people ask
Does Biff Ruttenberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Biff Ruttenberg Foundation give?
$123,755 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,826.
Who runs Biff Ruttenberg Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roger F Ruttenberg (President), Gwen Callans (Vice President/Secretary), Lisa Kovar (Treasurer) and David Metrick (Director).
What does Biff Ruttenberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.