Ruesch Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ruesch Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Detroit, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $658,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $250,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$658,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$12.1 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was down from $808,000 the year before.
27% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $808,000 | 12 | $11.5 million |
| 2024 | $658,000 | 11 | $12.1 million |
How to apply
Ruesch Family Foundation Inc 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 Ruesch Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 8 | $578,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $35,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $30,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga College High School | Support of daily operations | $250,000 |
| Medstar Health Georgtown University Hospital | Support of daily operations | $100,000 |
| National Symphony Orchestra | Support of daily operations | $50,000 |
| Georgetown University Office of Gift Administration | Support of daily operations | $50,000 |
| John F Kennedy Center for the Preforming Arts | Support of daily operations | $50,000 |
| The Arc Foundation of the United States | Support of daily operations | $35,000 |
| White House Historical Association | Support of daily operations | $35,000 |
| National Catholic Reporter | Support of daily operations | $30,000 |
| American Pops Orchestra | Support of daily operations | $25,000 |
| Washington Jesuit Academy | Support of daily operations | $18,000 |
| Potomac Community Resources | Support of daily operations | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeanette Weaver Ruesch Co Comerica
- Matthew Ruesch Co Comerica Bank
Questions people ask
Does Ruesch Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ruesch Family Foundation Inc give?
$658,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Ruesch Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeanette Weaver Ruesch Co Comerica (Chair/President) and Matthew Ruesch Co Comerica Bank (Secetary/ Treasurer).
What does Ruesch Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.