Charles Ruemmelin Foundation
Accepts applications
Charles Ruemmelin Foundation is a private foundation in Vandalia, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $40,690 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $8,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$40,690
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$8,500
- Assets$17
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $40,412 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $40,412 | 15 | $3,017 |
| 2024 | $40,690 | 15 | $17 |
How to apply
| What to submit | Letter with description of use of the funds and amount requested |
|---|---|
| Deadlines | November 1st of each year |
| Restrictions | Grants are to be restricted to worthy projects which will enhance the general health and welfare of the community of vandalia, il. Said projects may include but are not limited to educational grants, the improvements of recreational and park facilities, the making of loans to needy students, both on the high school and college level, the improvements or advancement of hospital and hospital facilities, research projects in the area of cancer, heart disease and other diseases, the control of air and water pollution and the development of adult training and educational programs. |
What Charles Ruemmelin Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 15 | $40,690 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nourishing Greatness | Food program | $8,500 |
| YMCA of Fayette Co | Playground | $5,000 |
| Friends and Family of FCH | Ltc furniture | $5,000 |
| Fayco Enterprises | Bottle filling stations | $2,758 |
| Roe 3 | Student resources | $2,500 |
| Vandalia Jr Wrestling Club | Wrestling mats | $2,382 |
| Fayette Co Farm Bureau | Mobile food pantries | $2,000 |
| Fayette County Health Department | Home hospice improvements | $2,000 |
| Lighthouse Pregnancy & Health Servi | Mens parenting program | $2,000 |
| Vandalia Field of Dreams | Baseball/softball fields | $2,000 |
| Vandalia Elementary School | Tune into learning | $1,800 |
| Fayette Co Art Connection | Free community education art classes | $1,500 |
| Vandalia Statehouse | Statehouse events | $1,250 |
| Historical Vandalia Inc | Museum materials | $1,000 |
| National Road Interpretive Center | Reading materials | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Randy Protz
- Doug Knebel
- Matt Rovenstine
- Ty McNary
- Dr Jennifer Garrison
- Sharon Jorandby
Questions people ask
Does Charles Ruemmelin Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: November 1st of each year.
How much does Charles Ruemmelin Foundation give?
$40,690 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Charles Ruemmelin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Randy Protz (President), Doug Knebel (Vice Pres.), Matt Rovenstine (Sec/Treas.) and Ty McNary (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Charles Ruemmelin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, education and health.