The Ruckstuhl Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ruckstuhl Foundation is a private foundation in Brandon, Mississippi. In tax year 2025 it gave $618,231 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $28,950 and the largest $206,080. 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$618,231
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$28,950
- Largest grant$206,080
- Assets$0
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $35,449 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $652,426 |
| 2025 | $618,231 | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
The Ruckstuhl Foundation 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $219,250 |
| Florida | 1 | $206,080 |
| New York | 1 | $62,625 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $48,250 |
| Illinois | 1 | $28,950 |
| Ohio | 1 | $28,950 |
| Indiana | 1 | $24,126 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | General & Unrestricted | $206,080 |
| Project Allanza | General & Unrestricted | $199,950 |
| Community Health Edu for Rural Afri | General & Unrestricted | $62,625 |
| Brothers of the Sacred Heart Founda | General & Unrestricted | $28,950 |
| Friends of Batahola | General & Unrestricted | $28,950 |
| Individual | General & Unrestricted | $28,950 |
| Individual | General & Unrestricted | $24,126 |
| Lasting Friends | General & Unrestricted | $19,300 |
| Olancho Aid Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $19,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth D Ruckstuhl
- Richard E Ruckstuhl Jr
- Chelsea Rainwater
Questions people ask
Does The Ruckstuhl Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ruckstuhl Foundation give?
$618,231 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $28,950.
Who runs The Ruckstuhl Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth D Ruckstuhl (Director), Richard E Ruckstuhl Jr (Director) and Chelsea Rainwater (Director).