Ruth a Wilson Private Foundation
Invitation OnlyWinter Haven, Florida · EIN 59-7160404 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$22K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$2,200
Total assets$1.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,864 and $6,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
16% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Baptist Church First Baptist Church of Bartow | Bartow, FL | Donation to benefit the church | $6,000 |
| Grace City Church of Florida Inc Grace City Church of Florida Inc | Lakeland, FL | For the church's ministries | $6,000 |
| Alice Drive Baptist Church Alice Drive Baptist Church | Sumter, SC | Support of the church's ministry | $5,000 |
| Humane Society of Polk County Humane Society of Polk County | Winter Haven, FL | Assisting shelter for homeless anima | $2,200 |
| First Baptist Church First Baptist Church | Winter Haven, FL | For the church's ministry | $1,864 |
| University of Florida University of Florida | Gainesville, FL | For scholarship program | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,064 | 6 |
| 2024 | $18,240 | 7 |
| 2023 | $19,500 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631329349103498
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 59-7160404
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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