Rust Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rust Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lumberton, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $220,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$220,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2025 was up from $136,000 the year before.
79% 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 | $0 | 0 | $932 |
| 2024 | $136,000 | 7 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $220,000 | 14 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Rust Family 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 Rust Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 10 | $121,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $55,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $24,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Water Initiative | General Donation | $30,000 |
| Robeson County Church and Community Center | General Donation | $30,000 |
| Camp Kudzu | General Donation | $25,000 |
| Amani Sasa | General Donation | $24,000 |
| Pivot Ministries | General Donation | $23,000 |
| Overflow Foundation | General Donation | $20,000 |
| Slice 325 | General Donation | $20,000 |
| Lumberton Christian Care Center | General Donation | $15,000 |
| Recovery Cafe | General Donation | $10,000 |
| Campbell University Divinity School | General Donation | $5,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Clemmons | General Donation | $5,000 |
| India Vision Initiative | General Donation | $5,000 |
| Providence Baptist Church | General Donation | $5,000 |
| Robeson County Partnership for Children | General Donation | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Rust
Questions people ask
Does Rust Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rust Family Foundation give?
$220,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Rust Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth Rust (President).
What does Rust Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.