The William N and Elizabeth A Rieth
Preselected recipients only
The William N and Elizabeth A Rieth is a private foundation in South Bend, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,700 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,350 and the largest $30,000. 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$81,700
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,350
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $78,500 the year before.
29% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $80,035 | 20 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $78,500 | 16 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $81,700 | 14 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The William N and Elizabeth A Rieth 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 William N and Elizabeth A Rieth funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 8 | $37,000 |
| California | 2 | $37,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,700 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Restore - Hope Dignity Life | General support | $30,000 |
| Goshen Community Schools Foundation | Support | $21,000 |
| Equipnet | General support | $7,000 |
| Brenneman Memorial Missionary Church | Youth mission trip | $5,000 |
| Goshen Historical Society | Support | $5,000 |
| Ripe for Harvest | General support | $3,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Hurricane relief | $2,700 |
| LaSalle Council Boy Scouts | General support | $2,000 |
| Missionary Flights International | General support | $1,000 |
| World Partners | Scholarships | $1,000 |
| Central Indiana Community Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Support | $1,000 |
| OWLS Club | General support | $1,000 |
| One Mission Society Inc | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Rieth
- Bill Rieth
- 1st Source Bank
Questions people ask
Does The William N and Elizabeth A Rieth accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William N and Elizabeth A Rieth give?
$81,700 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,350.
Who runs The William N and Elizabeth A Rieth?
Its 2025 filing lists John Rieth (Director), Bill Rieth (Director) and 1st Source Bank (Trustee).
What does The William N and Elizabeth A Rieth fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.