The John H and Jan W Ruhle Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The John H and Jan W Ruhle Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $175,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$175,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $161,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $161,000 | 11 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $175,000 | 20 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
The John H and Jan W Ruhle 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 The John H and Jan W Ruhle Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 14 | $107,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $51,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $12,000 |
| California | 1 | $4,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem Area Vocational Technical School Bridges Foundation | Vocationial academics support | $50,000 |
| The Hun School of Princeton | Academics support | $50,000 |
| Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites | Historical preservation | $15,000 |
| Executive Education Academy Charter School | Academics support | $10,000 |
| Good Shepherd Rehabilitation | Rehabilitation program | $10,000 |
| United Way | Charitable operations | $10,000 |
| Allentown Art Museum | Arts patronage | $5,000 |
| Cancer Support Community | Program support | $5,000 |
| The Heritage Conservancy | Nature preservation | $5,000 |
| Paws for Purple Hearts | Charitable operations | $4,000 |
| Artsquest | Charitable operations | $2,000 |
| PBS Foundation | Charitable operations | $2,000 |
| Hawk Mountain Sanctuary | Nature preservation | $1,000 |
| Wildlands Conservancy | Nature preservation | $1,000 |
| National Museum of Industrial History | Charitable operations | $1,000 |
| Bach Choir of Bethlehem | Charitable operations | $1,000 |
| Seminary Ridge Historyic Preservation Foundation | Charitable operations | $1,000 |
| Somerset Hills Learning Institute Inc | Charitable operations | $1,000 |
| LV Public Telecommunications Corp Wlvt-Tv Channel 39 | Charitable operations | $500 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John H Ruhle Jr
- Jan Ruhle
Questions people ask
Does The John H and Jan W Ruhle Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John H and Jan W Ruhle Family Foundation give?
$175,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The John H and Jan W Ruhle Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John H Ruhle Jr (Trustee) and Jan Ruhle (Trustee).
What does The John H and Jan W Ruhle Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.