Rugaber Family Fund
Preselected recipients only
Rugaber Family Fund is a private foundation in Roanoke, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $240,500 in 57 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$240,500
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $170,000 the year before.
15% 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 | $180,000 | 58 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $170,000 | 59 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $240,500 | 57 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Rugaber Family Fund 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 Rugaber Family Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 32 | $193,750 |
| Washington | 13 | $12,500 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $12,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $11,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $1,750 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
| Oregon | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Lutheran Homes | To further reliagous outreach | $120,000 |
| Mayberry Presbyterian Church | Religious | $15,000 |
| Dickinson College | Education | $11,000 |
| Individual | Journalism | $10,000 |
| Smith College | Education | $5,000 |
| Wellesley College | Education | $5,000 |
| United Way of Rke Valley | General social programs | $5,000 |
| Grace Episcopal Church | Church | $5,000 |
| Floyd County Humane Society | Animal services | $5,000 |
| Presbyterian Community Center | To increase religous outreach | $5,000 |
| Taubman Museum of Art | Art exhibits | $4,500 |
| Roanoke Symphony Orchestra | Symphony performance | $2,500 |
| Agnes Scott College | Education | $2,500 |
| Hollins University | Education | $2,500 |
| Curry College | Education | $2,500 |
| Individual | Arts | $2,500 |
| Roanoke Women's Foundation | Women's charitable giving | $2,100 |
| Individual | Job readiness | $2,000 |
| Virginians for the Arts | Art exhibits | $1,000 |
| Eleanor D Wilson Museum | Art exhibits | $1,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy Va | Conservation | $1,000 |
| Family Service of Rke Valley | Family assistance | $1,000 |
| Safetyrope | Emergency utility assistance | $1,000 |
| Individual | Homeless assistance programs | $1,000 |
| Ferrum College | Education | $1,000 |
| Seattle's Union Gospel Mission | Homeless assistance programs | $1,000 |
| Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation | Conservation | $1,000 |
| Seattle Animal Shelter | Animal rescue | $1,000 |
| Caring Hearts Free Clinic of Patric | Healthcare for needy | $1,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Swva | Education & prof. Develop | $1,000 |
| Individual | Arts | $1,000 |
| Meadows of Dan Volunteer Fire Dept | Volunteer fire dept | $1,000 |
| Virginia Public Access Project | Public information | $1,000 |
| Virginia Tech Foundation | Education | $1,000 |
| Roanoke College | Education | $1,000 |
| Vesta Rescue Squad | Volunteer rescue squad | $1,000 |
| New River Land Trust | Conservation | $1,000 |
| Floyd Center for the Arts | Arts | $1,000 |
| Individual | Welfare | $1,000 |
| King-Fm 981 Classical Music | Music | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter F Rugaber
- Sally S Rugaber
- Leslie A Rugaber
- Christopher S Rugaber
- Mark T Rugaber
Questions people ask
Does Rugaber Family Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rugaber Family Fund give?
$240,500 in tax year 2025, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Rugaber Family Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Walter F Rugaber (Pres/Treas/Dir), Sally S Rugaber (V. Pres/Sec/Dir), Leslie A Rugaber (Director) and Christopher S Rugaber (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Rugaber Family Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.