Sara de Coursey Ruth Trust
Preselected recipients only
Sara de Coursey Ruth Trust is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,175 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,100 and the largest $16,800. 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$42,175
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,100
- Largest grant$16,800
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was down from $46,225 the year before.
9% 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 | $54,000 | 10 | $954,366 |
| 2024 | $46,225 | 10 | $994,711 |
| 2025 | $42,175 | 11 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Sara de Coursey Ruth 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 Sara de Coursey Ruth Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $16,800 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $12,600 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $4,200 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,275 |
| Kansas | 2 | $2,100 |
| California | 1 | $2,100 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $2,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | General operating | $16,800 |
| Childrens Specialized Hospital | General operating | $4,200 |
| Catholic Char Archdiocese Newark | General operating | $4,200 |
| Clemson Foundation | General operating | $4,200 |
| United Negro College Fund | General operating | $2,275 |
| 1st Cerebral Palsy of New Jersey | General operating | $2,100 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | General operating | $2,100 |
| Our Little Brothers and Sisters | General operating | $2,100 |
| Berea College | General operating | $2,100 |
| Saint Francis Ministries Inc | General operating | $1,575 |
| St Francis Academy Inc | General operating | $525 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Sara de Coursey Ruth Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sara de Coursey Ruth Trust give?
$42,175 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,100.
Who runs Sara de Coursey Ruth Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Sara de Coursey Ruth Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.