Richard Ruez Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard Ruez Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,250 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$15,250
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$134,516
How to apply
Richard Ruez 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 Richard Ruez Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $14,250 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | To support the Nantz National Alzheimer Center | $5,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Sam Houston State University | For champions general fund | $2,000 |
| SPCA - Houston | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Harriet & Joe B Foster Family YMCA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Justin J Watt Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Memorial Park Conservancy | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Spring Branch Education Foundation | Westchester scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| Houston Hospice | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Ruez
- Nancy Ruez
- Bryan Ruez
Questions people ask
Does Richard Ruez Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard Ruez Foundation give?
$15,250 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Richard Ruez Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Ruez (Ceo, President, Chairman), Nancy Ruez (Vice President) and Bryan Ruez (Cfo, Treasurer).
What does Richard Ruez Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.