Kiwanis Foundation of Bethesda Maryland Inc
Accepts applications
Kiwanis Foundation of Bethesda Maryland Inc is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $55,165 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$55,165
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$219,768
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $52,740 the year before.
23% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $68,990 | 16 | $264,897 |
| 2023 | $52,740 | 12 | $258,003 |
| 2024 | $55,165 | 14 | $219,768 |
How to apply
| Contact | Richard Ruprecht 7600 Wisconsin Ave, Ste 700, Bethesda, MD 20814 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (301) 984-0953, rnruprecht@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Email for information |
| Deadlines | Contact for deadlines |
| Restrictions | Contact for information |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Kiwanis Foundation of Bethesda Maryland Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 11 | $52,300 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $365 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA | Camp for youth | $20,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $11,000 |
| Suburban Hospital Foundation | Hospital initiatives | $5,000 |
| Lazarus L Brewer Scholarship | Donations to disadvantaged youth | $4,000 |
| Bethesda Cares | Assistance to homeless | $3,000 |
| Miracle League | Donations to disadvantaged youth | $3,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Camping for disadvantaged youth | $2,000 |
| Girls on the Run | Assistance to disadvantaged youth | $1,500 |
| Imagination Stage | Youth performing arts | $1,500 |
| Nourish Bethesda | Family food distributions | $1,500 |
| Robin Handleman | Donations to disadvantaged youth | $1,000 |
| Cressy Scholarship | Assistance to disadvantaged youth | $1,000 |
| Capital District Kiwanis Foundation | General grant | $365 |
| BCC High School | Donations to disadvantaged youth | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- John Beck
- Robert Brewer
- Richard Ruprecht
- Ben Schlesinger
- Jeanne Smith
- Tracy Miller
- Patsy Jackson
- Greg Miele
Questions people ask
Does Kiwanis Foundation of Bethesda Maryland Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Contact for deadlines.
How much does Kiwanis Foundation of Bethesda Maryland Inc give?
$55,165 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Kiwanis Foundation of Bethesda Maryland Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John Beck (Treasurer), Robert Brewer (Vice Preside), Richard Ruprecht (President) and Ben Schlesinger (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Kiwanis Foundation of Bethesda Maryland Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.