William J Bruder Trust
Preselected recipients only
William J Bruder Trust is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $83,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$83,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $68,000 the year before.
8% 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 | $68,000 | 12 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $68,000 | 12 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $83,000 | 13 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
William J Bruder Trust 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 William J Bruder Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 13 | $83,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Warren Family Mission | Charitable | $20,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Bella Women's Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sister Stella Shelter for Domestic | Charitable | $5,000 |
| United Way of Trumbull County | Charitable | $5,000 |
| YWCA of Warren | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Greater Warren Reserve Council | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Lions Club Sight Savings Program | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Save Our Summer | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Childrens Rehab Center | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Mahoning Coun | Charitable | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas H Hall Co Wachovia Securites
- Anthony G Rossi
- Huntington National Bank
- Laurel Anne Hoover
Questions people ask
Does William J Bruder Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William J Bruder Trust give?
$83,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs William J Bruder Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas H Hall Co Wachovia Securites (Trustee), Anthony G Rossi (Trustee), Huntington National Bank (Trustee) and Laurel Anne Hoover (Trustee).
What does William J Bruder Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and youth programs.