Ruben Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Ruben Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $163,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $16,300 and the largest $16,300. 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$163,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$16,300
- Largest grant$16,300
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $154,000 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 | $155,000 | 9 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $154,000 | 10 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $163,000 | 10 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Ruben 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 Ruben Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $65,200 |
| New York | 3 | $48,900 |
| Arizona | 1 | $16,300 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $16,300 |
| Virginia | 1 | $16,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Foundation for AIDS Research | General operating | $16,300 |
| Smile Train Inc | General operating | $16,300 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | General operating | $16,300 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General operating | $16,300 |
| American National Red Cross | General operating | $16,300 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | General operating | $16,300 |
| Star of Hope Mission | General operating | $16,300 |
| Special Olympics Texas Inc | General operating | $16,300 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of America | General operating | $16,300 |
| American Society for the Prevention | General operating | $16,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Ruben Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ruben Charitable Trust give?
$163,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $16,300.
Who runs Ruben Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Ruben Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.