Lynne Ruffin-Smith Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderWilmington, Delaware · EIN 45-0521059 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $45,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | SHANA PINTER |
|---|---|
| Address | 2 RIGHTER PARKWAY STE 300A, WILMINGTON DE 19803 |
| Phone | 3025735812 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE AN IRS 501C3 DETERMINATION LETTER OR COMPLY WITH EXPENDITURE RESPONSIBILITY REQUIREMENT |
| Deadlines | NO DEADLINES |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
100% of grants went outside Delaware.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lou Ruvo Brain Institute Larry Ruvo Chairman | Las Vegas, NV | Unrestricted gift | $360,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada | Las Vegas, NV | Unrestricted gift | $90,000 |
| St Rose Dominican Health Foundation | Henderson, NV | Unrestricted gift | $65,000 |
| Wichita Art Museum Kourtney Carson Director of Development | Wichita, KS | Unrestricted gift | $60,000 |
| THE SHADE TREE INCORPORATED Tiffany Qualls Director | North Las Vegas, NV | Unrestricted gift | $45,000 |
| DAV Charitable Service Trust | Erlanger, KY | Unrestricted gift | $45,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Nevad | Las Vegas, NV | Unrestricted gift | $45,000 |
| Keck Medicine of USC | Los Angeles, CA | Unrestricted gift | $30,000 |
| Southern Nevada Law Enforcement Memorial | Las Vegas, NV | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Music Theater Wichita Carter Tholl Development Manager | Wichita, KS | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| VEGAS PBS Kathleen Frantz Major Gifts | Las Vegas, NV | Unrestricted gift | $20,000 |
| NATHAN ADELSON HOSPICE FOUNDATION Stephanie Forbes Mngr | Las Vegas, NV | Unrestricted gift | $20,000 |
| Olympia Companies Southern Highlands Cha ritable Foundation | Las Vegas, NV | Unrestricted gift | $20,000 |
| Core Academy AttnJeff Jones Executive Director | Las Vegas, NV | Unrestricted gift | $20,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada | Las Vegas, NV | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Bishop Gorman High School Ms Bridget Michlik Dir of Advancement | Las Vegas, NV | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $890,000 | 16 |
| 2024 | $772,500 | 16 |
| 2023 | $523,750 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611349349105606
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-0521059
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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