Ruth B Whittemore Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Ruth B Whittemore Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $298,760 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $29,876 and the largest $44,814. 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$298,760
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$29,876
- Largest grant$44,814
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $282,340 the year before.
10% of its 2025 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 | $299,500 | 10 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $282,340 | 10 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $298,760 | 10 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
Ruth B Whittemore 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 Ruth B Whittemore Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 8 | $268,884 |
| Montana | 1 | $14,938 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $14,938 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stevens Memorial Library | Unrestricted | $44,814 |
| YMCA of Central Massachusetts | Unrestricted | $44,814 |
| Ashburnham Community Church | Unrestricted | $29,876 |
| Girl Scouts Montachusett Council Inc | Unrestricted | $29,876 |
| Heart of New England Council Bsa Inc | Unrestricted | $29,876 |
| Opportunities for Hope (Formerly Our Father's House) | Unrestricted | $29,876 |
| St Dennis Church St Vincent de Paul Soc | Unrestricted | $29,876 |
| United Way of North Central Ma | Unrestricted | $29,876 |
| Southwest Indian Foundation P O Box 86 | Unrestricted | $14,938 |
| St Labre Indian School Education Assn | Unrestricted | $14,938 |
Officers and trustees
- David G Southcotte Sr
- Elisha W Erb
Questions people ask
Does Ruth B Whittemore Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ruth B Whittemore Charitable Trust give?
$298,760 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $29,876.
Who runs Ruth B Whittemore Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists David G Southcotte Sr (Trustee) and Elisha W Erb (Trustee).
What does Ruth B Whittemore Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.