The Rudolph Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rudolph Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $159,566 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $4,783 and the largest $31,250. 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$159,566
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$4,783
- Largest grant$31,250
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was down from $214,774 the year before.
12% 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 | $103,500 | 18 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $214,774 | 22 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $159,566 | 22 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
The Rudolph Family 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 The Rudolph Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 11 | $86,316 |
| Florida | 8 | $52,750 |
| Virginia | 3 | $20,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wboi | General Support | $31,250 |
| Ding Darling Wildlife Society | General Support | $25,250 |
| DePauw University Scholarship Fund | General Support | $10,000 |
| Washington Lee University Scholarsh | General Support | $10,000 |
| Wabash College Scholarship | General Support | $10,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $10,000 |
| Blue Jacket Inc | General Support | $7,500 |
| Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum Aquari | General Support | $7,500 |
| Fort Wayne Children's Zoo | General Support | $7,000 |
| Fort Wayne Trails Inc | General Support | $6,000 |
| Sanibel Public Library Foundation | General Support | $5,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $4,566 |
| Individual | General Support | $4,000 |
| YMCA Camp Carson | General Support | $3,500 |
| Literary Alliance of Fort Wayne | General Support | $3,500 |
| FISH of Sanibel | General Support | $3,500 |
| Individual | General Support | $2,500 |
| Individual | General Support | $2,500 |
| Sanibel Community House | General Support | $2,500 |
| Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildli | General Support | $2,500 |
| DePauw University Parent's Fund | General Support | $500 |
| Washington Lee Generals Club | General Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Rhys Rudolph
- Laura Rudolph
- Kathryn Diekhoff
- Michael Diekhoff
- Lauren Rudolph
- Wesley Eastin
Questions people ask
Does The Rudolph Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rudolph Family Foundation give?
$159,566 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $4,783.
Who runs The Rudolph Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rhys Rudolph (Trustee), Laura Rudolph (Trustee), Kathryn Diekhoff (Trustee) and Michael Diekhoff (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Rudolph Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.