Peter B and Adeline W Ruffin Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Peter B and Adeline W Ruffin Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Johns Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.6 million in 57 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $625,000. 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$4.6 million
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$625,000
- Assets$29.9 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.7 million the year before.
21% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $3.1 million | 52 | $19.9 million |
| 2023 | $4.7 million | 58 | $32.2 million |
| 2024 | $4.6 million | 57 | $29.9 million |
How to apply
Peter B and Adeline W Ruffin Foundation Inc 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 Peter B and Adeline W Ruffin Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 4 | $1.2 million |
| New York | 15 | $650,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $500,000 |
| Indiana | 4 | $456,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $350,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $250,000 |
| Florida | 12 | $197,200 |
| Georgia | 2 | $155,000 |
| California | 2 | $150,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The College Foundation of Uva | Unrestricted | $625,000 |
| Woodberry Forest School | Unrestricted | $500,000 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestrictive | $500,000 |
| Saint Mary's College | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Thurgood Marshal College Fund | Unrestrictive | $250,000 |
| Feeding America | Unrestrictive | $250,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Care USA | Unrestrictive | $150,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| First Responders Children's Foundation | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Saint Mary's Scholarship Fund | Unrestrictive | $100,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Ny | Unrestrictive | $100,000 |
| Givewell Top Charities Fund | Unrestrictive | $100,000 |
| Father Flanagan's Boys Town | Unrestrictive | $100,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Unrestrictive | $100,000 |
| Kerr County Flood Relief Fund | Unrestrictive | $100,000 |
| American Indian College Fund | Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Malta House of Good Counsel | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Ron Johnson Scholar Program | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Gyac | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Hope for Families Center | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Indian River Food Bank | Unrestrictive | $50,000 |
| KIPP Foundation | Unrestrictive | $50,000 |
| Teach for America | Unrestrictive | $50,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | Unrestrictive | $50,000 |
| United Way of the National Capital Area | Unrestrictive | $50,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Unrestrictive | $50,000 |
| Virginia Athletic Foundation | Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| The Elm Project | Unrestrictive | $40,000 |
| Kiawah Cares Foundation | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Soundwaters | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Barrier Island Free Clinic | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Cornelia Connoly Center | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Saint Ignatius School | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Partnership Schools | Unrestrictive | $30,000 |
| Covenant House | Unrestrictive | $30,000 |
| Fordham Prep | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Citylax | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Friends of Fisher House | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin G McAnaney
- Brian T McAnaney
- Sheila K Kostanecki
Questions people ask
Does Peter B and Adeline W Ruffin Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Peter B and Adeline W Ruffin Foundation Inc give?
$4.6 million in tax year 2024, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Peter B and Adeline W Ruffin Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Kevin G McAnaney (Trustee), Brian T McAnaney (President) and Sheila K Kostanecki (Trustee).
What does Peter B and Adeline W Ruffin Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and environment and conservation.