Arthur N Rupe Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Arthur N Rupe Foundation is a private foundation in West Chester, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $12.5 million in 33 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $10.6 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$12.5 million
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$10.6 million
- Assets$175 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9.6 million the year before.
18% of its 2024 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 | $9.6 million | 44 | $158 million |
| 2024 | $12.5 million | 33 | $175 million |
How to apply
Arthur N Rupe 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Arthur N Rupe Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10.6 million |
| California | 25 | $1.2 million |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $200,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $150,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $75,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund | Donor advised fund | $10.6 million |
| Respite for All Foundation | Rfa capacity building grant | $200,000 |
| Elizabeth Dole Foundation | Financial wellness program grant | $150,000 |
| Amazing Place | Amazing place west expansion grant | $100,000 |
| Carnegie Library of McKeesport | Volunteer caregiving program grant | $100,000 |
| HFC | Alzheimer's family caregiver support grant | $100,000 |
| Pauline Auberle Foundation | Life changing career pathways | $100,000 |
| University of Texas Foundation | Health science center grant | $95,000 |
| Friendship Adult Day Care Center | Caregiver resource and support | $75,000 |
| Hospice of San Luis Obispo County | Care management. Caregiver relief services grant | $75,000 |
| National Council of Dementia Minds | Financial model/asa conference grant | $75,000 |
| Yolo Hospice Inc | Center for caregiver support grant | $75,000 |
| Butte College Foundation | Cna program grant | $50,000 |
| Community Partners in Caring | Volunteer caregiving program grant | $50,000 |
| Crafton Hills College | Cna program grant | $50,000 |
| Kern Community College District | Cna program grant | $50,000 |
| Lorenzo's House | Capacity building support grant | $50,000 |
| Riverside Community College Foundation | Cna program grant | $49,140 |
| Parkinson Association of Northern California | Parkinsonwise grant | $48,850 |
| Opportunity Junction | Hcp grant | $45,000 |
| Modesto Junior College | Cna program grant | $39,861 |
| Allan Hancock College Foundation | Cna program grant | $38,520 |
| Santa Rosa Junior College | Cna program grant | $36,163 |
| Mt San Antonio Community College | Cna program grant | $35,000 |
| Los Rios Community College District | Cna program grant | $34,620 |
| Miracosta College Foundation | Cna program grant | $32,900 |
| Ventura College Foundation | Cna program grant | $32,200 |
| Santa Monica College Foundation | Cna program grant | $30,000 |
| Rio Hondo College | Cna program grant | $29,204 |
| Imperial Valley College | Cna program grant | $28,500 |
| Evergreen Valley College | Cna program grant | $27,815 |
| San Diego Continuing Education | Cna program grant | $20,000 |
| So Orange Co Community College District | Cna program grant | $18,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark C Henrie
- Susan C van Aacken
- James S Huggins
- Beverly M Schwarz
- Kim Dennis
- Matthew B O'Brien
- Jonathan Berry
- Vanessa Mendoza
Questions people ask
Does Arthur N Rupe Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arthur N Rupe Foundation give?
$12.5 million in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Arthur N Rupe Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark C Henrie (President), Susan C van Aacken (Secretary), James S Huggins (Treasurer) and Beverly M Schwarz (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Arthur N Rupe Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.