Ruth and Lee Caldwell Foundation
Invitation OnlyAbilene, Texas · EIN 99-2550303 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$278K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$10.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100 and $50,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Angelo Area Foundation | San Angelo, TX | Operational support | $80,000 |
| Tstc Foundation | Waco, TX | Operational support | $75,000 |
| Fellowship of Isreal Related Ministries | Grapevine, TX | Operational support | $50,000 |
| West Texas Rehabilitation Center | Abilene, TX | Operational support | $30,000 |
| USA Springs Hope Foundation | Frisco, TX | Operational support | $20,000 |
| T Bar M Camps & Retreats | New Braunfels, TX | Operational support | $15,000 |
| Ben Richey's Boys Ranch | Abilene, TX | Operational support | $5,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Abilene | Abilene, TX | Operational support | $2,500 |
| Church of the Heavenly Rest | Abilene, TX | Operational support | $100 |
| Community Foundation of Abilene | Abilene, TX | Operational support | $100 |
| Meals on Wheels | Abilene, TX | Operational support | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $277,800 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622049349100417
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 99-2550303
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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