Roger & Ruth Lund Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Roger & Ruth Lund Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Worcester, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $6,000. 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$17,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$413,734
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $17,500 the year before.
31% 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 | $18,500 | 10 | $341,262 |
| 2024 | $17,500 | 12 | $378,905 |
| 2025 | $17,500 | 13 | $413,734 |
How to apply
Roger & Ruth Lund Charitable Trust 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 Roger & Ruth Lund Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 5 | $7,850 |
| Florida | 5 | $5,150 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University Foundation | General | $6,000 |
| Morton Plant Mease Foundation | General | $3,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | General | $2,000 |
| Saint Jude Hospital | General | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross | General | $650 |
| Humane Society of Pinellas Co | General | $650 |
| American Cancer Society | General | $500 |
| Puppy Jake Foundation | General | $500 |
| The Salvation Army Tampa | General | $500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General | $500 |
| Wesley Life Foundation | General | $500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General | $500 |
| Hope Ministries | General | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- John Lund
- Susan Lund
- Robert Lund
Questions people ask
Does Roger & Ruth Lund Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Roger & Ruth Lund Charitable Trust give?
$17,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Roger & Ruth Lund Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists John Lund (Trustee), Susan Lund (Trustee) and Robert Lund (Trustee).
What does Roger & Ruth Lund Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and human services.