Rucker Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Rucker Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Peoria, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $167,988 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $64,045. 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$167,988
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$64,045
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2024 was up from $102,950 the year before.
72% 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 | $102,950 | 18 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $167,988 | 29 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Rucker Family Charitable Trust 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 Rucker Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $140,545 |
| Minnesota | 5 | $11,138 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 6 | $4,635 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,050 |
| California | 2 | $1,520 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,100 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife Prairie Park | General | $64,045 |
| Peoria Riverfront Museum | General | $50,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Leech Lake | Charitable donation | $5,138 |
| Build the Hanna City Trail | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Springdale Historic Preservation Foundation | Conservation | $5,000 |
| Sun Foundation | Conservation | $5,000 |
| Bradley University | Education | $5,000 |
| Wcbu Illinois State University | General | $5,000 |
| Mass Inst of Technology Sloan School | General | $2,500 |
| Textile Center | General | $2,500 |
| MIT Alumni Association | General | $2,500 |
| United Drag Alliance | General | $2,050 |
| Macalaster Plymouth Church | General | $1,500 |
| Move 2 Learn | Charitable donation | $1,035 |
| The Works Museum | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | General | $1,000 |
| Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation | Preservation | $1,000 |
| George Washington's Mount Vernon | General | $1,000 |
| Pittsburg Interfaith Impact Network | General | $1,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General | $1,000 |
| National Geographic Society | General | $1,000 |
| Weavers Guild of Minnesota | General | $1,000 |
| Colorado College | General | $1,000 |
| Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest | General | $1,000 |
| Wikipedia Foundation Inc | General | $520 |
| East Peoria Festival of Lights | General | $500 |
| Galapagos Conservancy | Conservation | $500 |
| National Cathedral School | General | $100 |
| Amherst County Museum & Historical Society | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael P Rucker
- Derek P Rucker
Questions people ask
Does Rucker Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rucker Family Charitable Trust give?
$167,988 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Rucker Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael P Rucker (Trustee) and Derek P Rucker (Trustee).
What does Rucker Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and education.