Nancy Ruth Fund
Invitation OnlyPlano, Texas · EIN 75-2907236 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $400 and $2,500.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
71% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audubon Foundation Of Texas | Austin, TX | General Funds | $5,000 |
| Heifer International | Little Rock, AR | General Funds | $5,000 |
| Environmental Defence Fund | Washington, DC | General Funds | $2,500 |
| The Climate Foundation | Beaverton, OR | General Funds | $2,500 |
| US Climate Action Network | Washington, DC | General Funds | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Dallas, TX | General Funds | $1,000 |
| Blackland Prairie Raptor Center | Lucus, TX | General Funds | $960 |
| Children Incorporated | North Chesterfield, VA | General Funds | $600 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Phoenix, AZ | General Funds | $500 |
| Women For Women International | Washington, DC | General Funds | $500 |
| Toys For Tots Foundation | Triangle, VA | General Funds | $400 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Dallas, TX | General Funds | $300 |
| Associated Recreational Council | Seattle, WA | General Funds | $150 |
| Washingtion Trails Association | Seattle, WA | General Funds | $100 |
The return also lists 15 grants to individuals ($41,700). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $63,710 | 29 |
| 2023 | $94,070 | 26 |
| 2022 | $39,275 | 30 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610489349100616
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-2907236
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.