Ruth C and Charles S Sharp Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ruth C and Charles S Sharp Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $544,700 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $265,000. 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$544,700
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$265,000
- Assets$14.4 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $499,700 the year before.
31% 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 | $499,700 | 16 | $12.3 million |
| 2024 | $544,700 | 13 | $14.4 million |
How to apply
Ruth C and Charles S Sharp 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $270,000 |
| Texas | 9 | $265,700 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St James Place | Support charitable activities | $265,000 |
| Service Dogs Inc | Support charitable activities | $100,000 |
| In-Sync Exotics | Support charitable activities | $75,000 |
| Salvation Army | Support charitable activities | $52,500 |
| Denison Forum | Support charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Foundation of the Callier Center | Support charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Glory B | Support charitable activities | $6,000 |
| Rea's Hope | Support charitable activities | $6,000 |
| Esselstyn Foundation | Support charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Gould Farm | Support charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Volunteer Now | Support charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Trinity Lime Rock | Support charitable activities | $4,000 |
| Vickery Trading Company | Support charitable activities | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Sally S Harris
- Susan F Sharp
Questions people ask
Does Ruth C and Charles S Sharp Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ruth C and Charles S Sharp Foundation Inc give?
$544,700 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Ruth C and Charles S Sharp Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Sally S Harris (Vice President & Director) and Susan F Sharp (President & Director).