The Ruthmere Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ruthmere Foundation is a private foundation in Elkhart, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $5,460 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $655 and the largest $4,000. 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$5,460
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$655
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$11.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4,285 the year before.
50% 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 | $4,285 | 3 | $11.5 million |
| 2024 | $5,460 | 4 | $11.8 million |
How to apply
The Ruthmere 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 4 | $5,460 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $4,000 |
| WNIT Public Television | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $750 |
| Community Foundation of Elkhart County | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $560 |
| Elkhart Festivals Inc | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward A Beardsley
- James A Bridenstine
- Janet Evanega Rieckhoff
- George E Freese
- Todd Zeiger
- Robert J Deputy
- Gregory A Kil
- Ann Knoll
- Michael J Church
- Jackson W Beck
- Colter Cody Combs
- Thomas Myers
- William Burton
- Constance Fulmer
- Daniel Tychonievich
Questions people ask
Does The Ruthmere Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ruthmere Foundation give?
$5,460 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $655.
Who runs The Ruthmere Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward A Beardsley (President), James A Bridenstine (First Vice President), Janet Evanega Rieckhoff (Second Vice President) and George E Freese (Treasurer) among 15 officers and trustees.