Ruth E Ward Endowment Trust
Invitation OnlyKansas City, Missouri · EIN 43-6771065 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$121K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$20,241
Total assets$3.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,241 and $20,241.
From the return
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
100% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First United Methodist Church | Salina, KS | Charitable purposes | $40,482 |
| Salina Regional Health Foundation | Salina, KS | Charitable purposes | $20,241 |
| Kansas Wesleyan University | Salina, KS | Charitable purposes | $20,241 |
| Emberhope Youthville | Newton, KS | Charitable purposes | $20,241 |
| Salina Presbyterian Manor Endowment Fund | Salina, KS | Benefit of salina | $20,241 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $121,446 | 5 |
| 2023 | $107,267 | 5 |
| 2022 | $113,616 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610369349101416
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-6771065
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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