The Rue Foundationinc
Accepts applications
The Rue Foundationinc is a private foundation in Trenton, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $327,000 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $75,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$327,000
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $274,500 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 | $250,800 | 42 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $274,500 | 37 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $327,000 | 33 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | William Rue 3812 Quakerbridge Rd, Trenton, NJ 08619 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (609) 586-7474 |
| What to submit | Letter of request with purpose of charity or needs |
| Deadlines | Before year end each year |
| Restrictions | Education, health care in nj & community based social programs in nj as per in i.r.c. 501(c) 3 |
What The Rue Foundationinc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 29 | $299,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $22,500 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Serv Behavioral Health Systems Inc | To help disabled people | $75,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Trenton | To help community children | $50,000 |
| Homefront Inc | To help homeless | $37,500 |
| Rwjuh at Hamilton Foundation | To help community | $25,000 |
| Caring People Alliance | To help community children | $10,000 |
| Everas Community Services Inc | To help community | $10,000 |
| Anchor House Inc | To help community | $7,500 |
| Avidd Community Services of NJ | To help community | $7,500 |
| Heights Philadelphia | To help community | $7,500 |
| Quality Management Associates | To help disabled people | $7,500 |
| Neighbours Inc | To help disabled people | $6,000 |
| Ocean | To help community | $6,000 |
| Pilot Services | To help community | $6,000 |
| Rescue Mission of Trenton | To help community | $6,000 |
| ALS Assoc Greater Ny Chapter | To help community | $5,000 |
| Alzheimers New Jersey | To help community | $5,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (Chop) | To help community children | $5,000 |
| Eden Autism Services Inc | To help disabled people | $5,000 |
| Homeless Solutions Inc | To help homeless | $5,000 |
| Raritan Valley YMCA | To help YMCA community | $5,000 |
| Trenton Area Soup Kitchen | To help community | $5,000 |
| Capitol County Children's Collaborative | To help community children | $3,500 |
| American School of Classical Studies at Athens | Education | $3,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mercer County | To help communtiy children | $2,500 |
| Camp Fire New Jersey Inc | To help community children | $2,500 |
| Dawn Center for Independent Living | To help community | $2,500 |
| Greater Somerset County YMCA | To help YMCA community | $2,500 |
| Hopewell Valley YMCA | To help YMCA community | $2,500 |
| Philly Phaces Inc | To help community | $2,500 |
| Princeton Family YMCA | To help YMCA community | $2,500 |
| YMCA of Paterson | To help YMCA community | $2,500 |
| Mercer Street Friends | To help community | $2,000 |
| The Open Door of NJ | To help disabled people | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William M Rue
- Joan E Rue
- William M Rue Jr
- Ashley M Rue
- Lisa M Rue
- Wesley D Markham
Questions people ask
Does The Rue Foundationinc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Before year end each year.
How much does The Rue Foundationinc give?
$327,000 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Rue Foundationinc?
Its 2025 filing lists William M Rue (President), Joan E Rue (Vice President), William M Rue Jr (Treasurer) and Ashley M Rue (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Rue Foundationinc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability, health and youth programs.