Ruth Anderson Wheeler and Henry O Wheeler Charitable Trust
Historical FunderSaint Louis, Missouri · EIN 91-6253678 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | RUTH HENRY WHEELER CHARITABLE TRU |
|---|---|
| Address | 1201 PACIFIC AVE, TACOMA WA 98402 |
| Phone | 8003523705 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED IN WRITING |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | CONTRIBUTIONS WILL ONLY BE MADE TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZAITONS DEFINED BY BY IRC SECTION 170(C)2 |
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 Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backpack Brigade | Seattle, WA | General operating | $10,000 |
| Tacoma Youth Symphony Association | Tacoma, WA | General operating | $5,000 |
| Child Advocacy Center Snohomish County | Everett, WA | General operating | $5,000 |
| Building Youth Around the World | Murray, UT | General operating | $5,000 |
| Washington Trails Association | Seattle, WA | General operating | $5,000 |
| Page Ahead Childrens Literacy Prgm | Seattle, WA | General operating | $5,000 |
| Wa Alliance for Better Schools | Shoreline, WA | General operating | $5,000 |
| Ark Institute of Learning | Tacoma, WA | General operating | $5,000 |
| Toys for Kids | Kirkland, WA | General operating | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $50,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $50,000 | 7 |
| 2022 | $50,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600339349100310
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-6253678
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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