Fred C Rutz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fred C Rutz Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$66,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was down from $77,600 the year before.
19% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $81,000 | 19 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $77,600 | 17 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $66,500 | 17 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Fred C Rutz 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 Fred C Rutz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 6 | $25,500 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $19,000 |
| Wisconsin | 5 | $10,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $5,500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $4,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beautiful Savior Ev Lutheran Church | Operating expenses & scholarships | $12,000 |
| NMDP Foundation | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Immanuel Lutheran Church | Operating expenses | $9,500 |
| Martin Luther College | Scholarships | $9,000 |
| St Lukes Lutheran Church | Operating expenses | $5,500 |
| Truth in Love Ministries | Operating expenses | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary | Libery fund | $2,500 |
| Lutheran Ministries Media Inc | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Nationwide Childrens' Hospital | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Time of Grace | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin Lutheran Chapel | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Ohio Living Foundation | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Ablelight Foundation Inc | Operating expenses | $500 |
| Ernestines Daughter NFP | Operating expenses | $500 |
| Miami University | Operating expenses | $500 |
| The Ohio State University | Operating expenses | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Fred L Rutz
- Walter A Maier III
- Michael JD Rutz
- Key Trust Company of Ohio NA
- Karen M McCoy
Questions people ask
Does Fred C Rutz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fred C Rutz Foundation give?
$66,500 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Fred C Rutz Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fred L Rutz (Manager), Walter A Maier III (Secretary), Michael JD Rutz (Manager) and Key Trust Company of Ohio NA (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Fred C Rutz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.