John Ruan Foundation Trust
Accepts applications
John Ruan Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Urbandale, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.0 million in 52 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4.0 million
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$85.5 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.0 million the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 | $4.0 million | 52 | $86.3 million |
| 2024 | $4.0 million | 52 | $85.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John Ruan IV 11207 NW Aurora Avenue, Urbandale, IA 50322 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (515) 245-2575 |
| What to submit | No special form |
What John Ruan Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 45 | $3.8 million |
| Illinois | 2 | $260,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy One Foundation | General Operations | $1.0 million |
| University of Iowa Foundation | General Operations | $1.0 million |
| Mercy One Foundation | Health Services and Related Activities | $500,000 |
| Iowa Confluence Water Trails | Sports, Athletic | $300,000 |
| Iowa Motor Carriers Foundation | General Operations | $250,000 |
| Northwestern University | Sports, Athletic | $250,000 |
| Ellipsis | Youth Activities | $250,000 |
| Bravo Greater Des Moines | Cultural, Historical or Other Education Activities | $100,000 |
| Dowling Catholic High School | Schools, Colleges and Related Activities | $60,000 |
| Des Moines Symphony | General Operations | $25,000 |
| World Food Prize | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Isu Foundation | Schools, Colleges and Related Activities | $25,000 |
| Drake University | Schools, Colleges and Related Activities | $20,000 |
| Des Moines Art Center | Cultural, Historical or Other Education Activities | $10,000 |
| Science Center of Iowa | Cultural, Historical or Other Education Activities | $10,000 |
| Civic Center of Greater Des Moines | Cultural, Historical or Other Education Activities | $10,000 |
| Blank Park Zoo Foundation | Cultural, Historical or Other Education Activities | $10,000 |
| Des Moines Metropolitan Opera | Cultural, Historical or Other Education Activities | $10,000 |
| Ballet Des Moines | Cultural, Historical or Other Education Activities | $10,000 |
| Above and Beyond Cancer | Health Services and Related Activities | $10,000 |
| Downtown Events Group | Inner City or Community Activities | $10,000 |
| Northwestern University | Schools, Colleges and Related Activities | $10,000 |
| Bergman Academy | Schools, Colleges and Related Activities | $10,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Schools, Colleges and Related Activities | $10,000 |
| Roosevelt High School Foundation | Schools, Colleges and Related Activities | $10,000 |
| YMCA | Youth Activities | $10,000 |
| St Augustin Catholic School | Youth Activities | $10,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Conservation, Environment and Beautification Activities | $5,000 |
| Des Moines Arts Festival | Cultural, Historical or Other Education Activities | $5,000 |
| Blue Ribbon Foundation | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Lost Tree Charitable Foundation | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Iowa | Health Services and Related Activities | $5,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Health Services and Related Activities | $5,000 |
| American Heart Association | Health Services and Related Activities | $5,000 |
| Avon Old Farms School | Schools, Colleges and Related Activities | $5,000 |
| Culver Educational Foundation | Schools, Colleges and Related Activities | $5,000 |
| Des Moines Area Community College | Schools, Colleges and Related Activities | $5,000 |
| Iowa Law School Foundation | Schools, Colleges and Related Activities | $5,000 |
| Iowa College Foundation | Schools, COlleges and Related Activities | $5,000 |
| Variety the Childrens Charity | Youth Activities | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Ruan IV
Questions people ask
Does John Ruan Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does John Ruan Foundation Trust give?
$4.0 million in tax year 2024, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs John Ruan Foundation Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists John Ruan IV (Trustee).
What does John Ruan Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and environment and conservation.