Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Morgantown, West Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $10.9 million in 32 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $5.1 million. 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$10.9 million
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$5.1 million
- Assets$268 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was down from $12.0 million the year before.
19% of its 2025 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 | $8.3 million | 37 | $210 million |
| 2024 | $12.0 million | 31 | $242 million |
| 2025 | $10.9 million | 32 | $268 million |
How to apply
Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust 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 Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 30 | $10.9 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University Foundation | Donation to cancer gala - $42,650 cancer institute building fund - $5,000,000 bumper taylor memorial school - $10,000 wvu medicine golf open - $46,316 | $5.1 million |
| Mylan Park Foundation Inc | Contribution to the construction of the ice rink facility | $3.0 million |
| WV Game Changers | Contribution to the general fund | $1.3 million |
| City of Morgantown | Programming for the hazel ruby mcquain amphitheater - $475,000 arts & cultural fund - $350,000 historic museum fund - $25,000 | $850,000 |
| Sundale Nursing Home | Contribution to the general fund | $141,633 |
| Shack Neighborhood House | Donation to the general fund | $60,000 |
| Preston County Workshop | Contribution to the general fund | $48,470 |
| Morgantown Area Meals on Wheels | Donation to the general fund | $45,000 |
| Scotts Run Settlement House | Donation to the general fund | $40,000 |
| Mon Rivers Trail Conservancy | Contribution to the general fund | $40,000 |
| Casa for Kids | Contribution to the general fund | $35,000 |
| Visiting Homemakers | Contribution to the general fund | $30,000 |
| Christian Help | Donation to the general fund | $25,000 |
| Rosenbaum Family House | Contribution to the general fund | $25,000 |
| Mountain Line Transit Authority | Contribution to the general fund | $20,000 |
| Community Kitchen Inc | Donation to the general fund | $15,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Contribution to the general fund | $15,000 |
| Pantry Plus More | Donation to the general fund | $12,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Donation to the general fund | $10,000 |
| West Virginia University Fca | Donation to the general fund | $10,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Contribution to the general fund | $10,000 |
| Literacy Volunteers | Contributino to the general fund | $9,500 |
| On Eagles' Wings | Contribution to the general fund | $5,000 |
| Rowlesburg Revitalization | Contribution to the general fund | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Donation to the christmas fund | $500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Donation to the general fund | $500 |
| Rape and Domestic Violence Info Center | Donation to the general fund | $400 |
| American Cancer Society of Monongalia County | Donation to the general fund | $300 |
| Amedisys Foundation | Contribution to the general fund | $200 |
| Monongalia County Humane Society | Donation to the general fund | $100 |
| Morgantown High School Band Auxiliary | Donation to the general fund | $100 |
| West Virginia Special Olympics | Donation to the general fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles D Dunbar
- Stephen B Farmer
- Chase L Farmer
- Brooks H Farmer
Questions people ask
Does Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust give?
$10.9 million in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles D Dunbar (Trustee/As Req'd), Stephen B Farmer (Trustee/As Req'd), Chase L Farmer (Trustee/As Req'd) and Brooks H Farmer (Trustee/As Req'd).
What does Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and environment and conservation.