Avery Les and Ruth Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Avery Les and Ruth Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $227,997 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $31,350 and the largest $57,000. 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$227,997
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$31,350
- Largest grant$57,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $211,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $225,000 | 6 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $211,000 | 6 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $227,997 | 6 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
Avery Les and Ruth 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 Avery Les and Ruth Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 5 | $199,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $28,497 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lutheran Church Mo Synod | General operating | $57,000 |
| Lutheran Church Mo World Relief | General operating | $57,000 |
| Washington Pub Lib Dev FD | General operating | $34,200 |
| Concordia Seminary | General operating | $28,500 |
| Concordia Theological Seminary | General operating | $28,497 |
| Immanuel Lutheran Church | General operating | $22,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Avery Les and Ruth Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Avery Les and Ruth Charitable Trust give?
$227,997 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $31,350.
Who runs Avery Les and Ruth Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Avery Les and Ruth Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.