Ernest L Ruth E and Frances E Fentress
Preselected recipients only
Ernest L Ruth E and Frances E Fentress is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $802,758 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $401,379 and the largest $401,379. 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$802,758
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$401,379
- Largest grant$401,379
- Assets$17.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $786,656 the year before.
0% 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 | $786,656 | 2 | $14.1 million |
| 2024 | $786,656 | 2 | $16.1 million |
| 2025 | $802,758 | 2 | $17.9 million |
How to apply
Ernest L Ruth E and Frances E Fentress 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 Ernest L Ruth E and Frances E Fentress funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $802,758 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Union Mission | Unrestricted general | $401,379 |
| The Salvation Army | Unrestricted general | $401,379 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
- Charles F Lester
Questions people ask
Does Ernest L Ruth E and Frances E Fentress accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ernest L Ruth E and Frances E Fentress give?
$802,758 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $401,379.
Who runs Ernest L Ruth E and Frances E Fentress?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee) and Charles F Lester (Co-Trustee).
What does Ernest L Ruth E and Frances E Fentress fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.