Thomas Rutherfoord Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas Rutherfoord Foundation is a private foundation in Alexandria, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 64 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $176,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants64
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$176,000
- Assets$23.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $839,822 the year before.
33% 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 | $839,822 | 60 | $22.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 64 | $23.7 million |
How to apply
Thomas Rutherfoord 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 Thomas Rutherfoord Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Florida. It also paid $15,900 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 11 | $280,000 |
| New York | 3 | $179,500 |
| Colorado | 5 | $161,147 |
| Virginia | 13 | $155,231 |
| District of Columbia | 15 | $150,000 |
| North Carolina | 8 | $26,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $22,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of the Louvre | To fund charitable activities. | $176,000 |
| Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach | To fund charitable activities. | $150,000 |
| Aspen Music Festival | To fund charitable activities. | $107,768 |
| Charities Aid Foundation | To fund charitable activities. | $75,000 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | To fund charitable activities. | $75,000 |
| The Phillips Collection | To fund charitable activities. | $50,000 |
| Music Associates of Aspen | To fund charitable activities. | $49,379 |
| Salisbury School | To fund charitable activities. | $25,000 |
| The National World War II Museum | To fund charitable activities. | $25,000 |
| The Princes Foundation America | To fund charitable activities. | $25,000 |
| Christ Church Georgetown | To fund charitable activities. | $20,000 |
| Hollins University | To fund charitable activities. | $20,000 |
| Palm Beach Zoo and Conservation Society | To fund charitable activities. | $20,000 |
| Stratford Hall | To fund charitable activities. | $18,231 |
| Bishop John T Walker School for Boys | To fund charitable activities. | $15,000 |
| The King's Foundation | To fund charitable activities. | $14,900 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | To fund charitable activities. | $11,000 |
| Aspen Institute Society of Fellows | To fund charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| Buffalo Bill Center of the West | To fund charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | To fund charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| Mount Vernon Ladies Association | To fund charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| National Gallery of Art | To fund charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| St Albans School | To fund charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| The Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea | To fund charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| US Against Alzheimers | To fund charitable activities. | $10,000 |
| Virginia Athletics Foundation | To fund charitable activities. | $8,000 |
| Alleghany Memorial Hospital | To fund charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach | To fund charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Cox Science Center & Aquarium | To fund charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Garden Club of Palm Beach | To fund charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Magnitsky Justice Foundation | To fund charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Safeguard Palm Beach | To fund charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | To fund charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| VA Foundation for Independent Colleges | To fund charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Virginia Western Educational Foundation | To fund charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Glades Academy Foundation | To fund charitable activities. | $3,000 |
| Blair House Restoration Fund | To fund charitable activities. | $2,500 |
| Cag | To fund charitable activities. | $2,500 |
| Collegiate Directions | To fund charitable activities. | $2,500 |
| Cornell Lab of Ornithology | To fund charitable activities. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas D Rutherfoord
Questions people ask
Does Thomas Rutherfoord Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas Rutherfoord Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 64 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Thomas Rutherfoord Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas D Rutherfoord (Trustee).
What does Thomas Rutherfoord Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.