Charles Ruemmelin Foundation the Fnb Community Bank Trustee
Historical FunderVandalia, Illinois · EIN 37-1055195 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $2,758.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Form and materials | LETTER WITH DESCRIPTION OF USE OF THE FUNDS AND AMOUNT REQUESTED |
|---|---|
| Deadlines | NOVEMBER 1ST OF EACH YEAR |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE TO BE RESTRICTED TO WORTHY PROJECTS WHICH WILL ENHANCE THE GENERAL HEALTH AND WELFARE OF THE COMMUNITY OF VANDALIA, IL. SAID PROJECTS MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO EDUCATIONAL GRANTS, THE IMPROVEMENTS OF RECREATIONAL AND PARK FACILITIES, THE MAKING OF LOANS TO NEEDY STUDENTS, BOTH ON THE HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE LEVEL, THE IMPROVEMENTS OR ADVANCEMENT OF HOSPITAL AND HOSPITAL FACILITIES, RESEARCH PROJECTS IN THE AREA OF CANCER, HEART DISEASE AND OTHER DISEASES, THE CONTROL OF AIR AND WATER POLLUTION AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF ADULT TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nourishing Greatness | Vandalia, IL | Food program | $8,500 |
| YMCA of Fayette Co | Vandalia, IL | Playground | $5,000 |
| Friends and Family of Fch | Vandalia, IL | Ltc furniture | $5,000 |
| Fayco Enterprises | Vandalia, IL | Bottle filling stations | $2,758 |
| Roe 3 | Vandalia, IL | Student resources | $2,500 |
| Vandalia Jr Wrestling Club | Vandalia, IL | Wrestling mats | $2,382 |
| Fayette Co Farm Bureau | Vandalia, IL | Mobile food pantries | $2,000 |
| Fayette County Health Department | Vandalia, IL | Home hospice improvements | $2,000 |
| Lighthouse Pregnancy & Health Servi | Vandalia, IL | Mens parenting program | $2,000 |
| Vandalia Field of Dreams | Vandalia, IL | Baseball/Softball fields | $2,000 |
| Vandalia Elementary School | Vandalia, IL | Tune into learning | $1,800 |
| Fayette Co Art Connection | Vandalia, IL | Free community education art classes | $1,500 |
| Vandalia Statehouse | Vandalia, IL | Statehouse events | $1,250 |
| Historical Vandalia Inc | Vandalia, IL | Museum materials | $1,000 |
| National Road Interpretive Center | Vandalia, IL | Reading materials | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40,690 | 15 |
| 2023 | $40,412 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513179349101206
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 37-1055195
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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