W E Ruebush Foundation
Accepts applications
W E Ruebush Foundation is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $91,500 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $12,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$91,500
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was up from $58,500 the year before.
54% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $58,500 | 16 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $91,500 | 24 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | W E Ruebush Foundation C/O US Bank NA PO Box 88, Waterloo, IA 50704-0088 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (319) 235-3282 |
| Restrictions | Students in the fields of journalism, athletics, and any other fields as designated by the board. Grants are made to students attending irc sec 170(b)(1)(a)(II) educational institutions who are pursuing train- |
What W E Ruebush Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 10 | $46,500 |
| Alabama | 4 | $12,000 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Northern Iowa | General operating | $12,000 |
| Ellsworth Community College | General operating | $6,000 |
| Wartburg College | General operating | $6,000 |
| University of Iowa | General operating | $6,000 |
| Florida State University | General operating | $6,000 |
| Dmacc | General operating | $3,000 |
| University of South Florida | General operating | $3,000 |
| The University of Alabama | General operating | $3,000 |
| Iona University | General operating | $3,000 |
| Columbia University | General operating | $3,000 |
| Swarthmore College | General operating | $3,000 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | General operating | $3,000 |
| Central College | General operating | $3,000 |
| Buena Vista University | General operating | $3,000 |
| Hawkeye Community College | General operating | $3,000 |
| Alabama A&m University | General operating | $3,000 |
| Faith Baptist Bible College | General operating | $3,000 |
| Towson University | General operating | $3,000 |
| The Catholic University of America | General operating | $3,000 |
| Tusculum University | General operating | $3,000 |
| Huntingdon College | General operating | $3,000 |
| Spring Hill College | General operating | $3,000 |
| University of Idaho | General operating | $3,000 |
| Coe College | General operating | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott R Nelson
- Joy Franckowiak
- Michael Feinberg
- John Aldrich
Questions people ask
Does W E Ruebush Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does W E Ruebush Foundation give?
$91,500 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs W E Ruebush Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Scott R Nelson (Director), Joy Franckowiak (Director/Treasurer), Michael Feinberg (Director/President) and John Aldrich (Director/Secretary).
What does W E Ruebush Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.