Ruth Ragon Pier Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Ruth Ragon Pier Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $86,519 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $8,652 and the largest $64,889. 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$86,519
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$8,652
- Largest grant$64,889
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $74,969 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $75,988 | 4 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $74,969 | 4 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $86,519 | 4 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Ruth Ragon Pier 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 Ruth Ragon Pier Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $77,867 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $8,652 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth | General | $64,889 |
| American Red Cross | General | $8,652 |
| The Salvation Army | General | $8,652 |
| St Patrick Cathedral | General | $4,326 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Ruth Ragon Pier Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ruth Ragon Pier Charitable Trust give?
$86,519 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $8,652.
Who runs Ruth Ragon Pier Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).
What does Ruth Ragon Pier Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.