Rubio Butterfield Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rubio Butterfield Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $11.4 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $7.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$11.4 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$7.0 million
- Assets$215 million
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2024 was up from $263,944 the year before.
94% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $263,944 | 3 | $205 million |
| 2024 | $11.4 million | 16 | $215 million |
How to apply
Rubio Butterfield 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.
What Rubio Butterfield Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1 | $7.0 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3.0 million |
| Colorado | 2 | $590,866 |
| New York | 6 | $474,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $200,000 |
| California | 2 | $101,010 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,270 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Skystone Foundation | General support. | $7.0 million |
| National Philanthropic Trust | General support. | $3.0 million |
| Galisteo Art Foundation | General support. | $442,000 |
| Deed Community Giving Foundation | General support. | $204,000 |
| Site Santa Fe | General support. | $200,000 |
| One for Democracy Fund | General support. | $150,000 |
| Aspen Art Museum | General support. | $148,866 |
| BABY2BABY | General support. | $100,000 |
| Hamptons Community Outreach | General support. | $50,000 |
| Art Production Fund | General support. | $25,000 |
| International Center of Photography | General support. | $25,000 |
| Little Lions Kenya Inc | General support. | $25,000 |
| The Loveland Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| The Metropolitan Museum of Art | General support. | $20,000 |
| Caf America | General support. | $1,270 |
| David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust | General support. | $1,010 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Butterfield
- Jennifer Butterfield
Questions people ask
Does Rubio Butterfield Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rubio Butterfield Foundation give?
$11.4 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Rubio Butterfield Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel Butterfield (Chief Executive Officer) and Jennifer Butterfield (Chief Financial Officer/Secretary).
What does Rubio Butterfield Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and international.