Ruth Wyeth Spears
Preselected recipients only
Ruth Wyeth Spears is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,550 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $5,275 and the largest $8,792. 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$10,550
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$5,275
- Largest grant$8,792
- Assets$276,034
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,330 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 | $9,694 | 2 | $227,605 |
| 2024 | $9,330 | 2 | $248,621 |
| 2025 | $10,550 | 2 | $276,034 |
How to apply
Ruth Wyeth Spears 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 1 | $8,792 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,758 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Kansas Univ Endow Assoc | General | $8,792 |
| Ahima Foundation | General | $1,758 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Ruth Wyeth Spears accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ruth Wyeth Spears give?
$10,550 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $5,275.
Who runs Ruth Wyeth Spears?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).