The Derald H Ruttenberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Derald H Ruttenberg Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.6 million in 95 grants; the typical grant was $10,300 and the largest $1.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.6 million
- Number of grants95
- Typical grant$10,300
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2025 was up from $988,983 the year before.
69% of its 2025 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 | $804,057 | 33 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $988,983 | 43 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $2.6 million | 95 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Derald H Ruttenberg 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 The Derald H Ruttenberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 53 | $1.1 million |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1.0 million |
| District of Columbia | 10 | $169,880 |
| Colorado | 2 | $126,774 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $47,674 |
| North Carolina | 4 | $43,851 |
| California | 4 | $31,189 |
| Virginia | 4 | $21,623 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $11,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,496 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brown University | Public charities | $1.0 million |
| Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) | Public charities | $319,570 |
| Aspen Institute | Public charities | $101,376 |
| Columbia University | Public charities | $101,376 |
| Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine | Public charities | $50,486 |
| Columbia University | Public charities | $50,289 |
| Hopewell Fund | Public charities | $50,165 |
| Jane Goodall Institute (The) | Public charities | $35,028 |
| Ziggy's Refuge Farm Animal Sanctuary | Public charities | $27,468 |
| Wild Tomorrow Fund (WTF) | Public charities | $25,799 |
| Jane Goodall Institute (The) | Public charities | $25,750 |
| Clal-Nat'l Jewish Center for Learning & Leadership | Public charities | $25,597 |
| Student Leadership Network | Public charities | $25,597 |
| City Report (The) | Public charities | $25,544 |
| Council on Foreign Relations | Public charities | $25,503 |
| City Report (The) | Public charities | $25,473 |
| Wild Tomorrow Fund (WTF) | Public charities | $25,432 |
| Cornell University | Public charities | $25,403 |
| Aspen Art Museum | Public charities | $25,398 |
| Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine | Public charities | $25,386 |
| Northern Dutchess Hospital Foundation | Public charities | $25,263 |
| Cornell University | Public charities | $25,044 |
| Tory Burch Foundation | Public charities | $20,754 |
| Asosiacion Conservacion Osa (Friends of the Osa) | Public charities | $20,751 |
| Cornell University | Public charities | $20,654 |
| Wnycwqxr New York Public Radio | Public charities | $20,550 |
| Peta- People for Ethical Treatment of Animals | Public charities | $20,459 |
| Doe Fund | Public charities | $20,322 |
| Prep for Prep | Public charities | $20,256 |
| Robin Hood Foundation | Public charities | $20,144 |
| 13 Hands Equine Rescue Inc | Public charities | $15,975 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) | Public charities | $15,789 |
| Arthurs Acres Animal Sanctuary | Public charities | $15,623 |
| 13 Hands Equine Rescue Inc | Public charities | $15,246 |
| Fauna & Flora USA Inc | Public charities | $15,182 |
| Animal Medical Center | Public charities | $15,044 |
| Ziggy's Refuge Farm Animal Sanctuary | Public charities | $13,677 |
| Animal Haven | Public charities | $11,110 |
| Nature Conservancy | Public charities | $10,941 |
| Arthurs Acres Animal Sanctuary | Public charities | $10,754 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Ruttenberg
- Eric M Ruttenberg
Questions people ask
Does The Derald H Ruttenberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Derald H Ruttenberg Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2025, across 95 grants, with a typical grant of $10,300.
Who runs The Derald H Ruttenberg Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Ruttenberg (Director) and Eric M Ruttenberg (Director).
What does The Derald H Ruttenberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and animals.