Ruth Hayward Masonic Fund
Historical FunderChampaign, Illinois · EIN 37-1341631 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,000 and $22,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | RON CRAMER |
|---|---|
| Address | URBANA MASONIC LODGE 157, CHAMPAIGN IL 61820 |
| Phone | 2173527528 |
| MLDCRAMER@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT DETAILED INFORMATION CONCERNING THE USE OF FUNDS RECEIVED IN A PRIOR YEAR, INCLUDING A DESCRIPTION OF HOW ANY ADDITIONAL FUNDS WERE UTILIZED. PLEASE DOCUMENT ANY RESPONSES YOU MAY HAVE RECEIVED FROM THE GOODS AND SERVICES YOU PROVIDED THE SENIORS OF CHAMPAIGN COUNTY. A SENIOR CITIZEN IS ONE WHO RESIDES IN CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, IS 60 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER, AND IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE FOR FOOD, CLOTHING, MEDICAL OR REHABILITATION SERVICES, HOUSING OR STRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS, UTILITIES OR OTHER SERVICES AS REQUESTED AND APPROPRIATE. FUNDS MUST BE USED FOR SENIORS IN CHAMPAIGN COUNTY. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATION DEADLINE: AUGUST 10 |
| Restrictions | AS STIPULATED IN OTHER SECTIONS. FUNDS MUST BE USED FOR SENIORS IN CHAMPAIGN COUNTY. |
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
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food for Seniors | Champaign, IL | Senior citizen assistance | $25,000 |
| Osf Foundation - Peace Meal | Peoria, IL | Senior citizen assistance | $25,000 |
| Champaign County Family Service Hom | Champaign, IL | Senior citizen assistance | $22,000 |
| Champaign County Regional Planning | Urbana, IL | Senior citizen assistance | $20,000 |
| Champaign County Meals on Wheels | Champaign, IL | Senior citizen assistance | $18,000 |
| Champaign County Senior Transit | Champaign, IL | Senior citizen assistance | $12,000 |
| Bradley Learning Center | Urbana, IL | Children assistance | $7,000 |
| Salvation Army of Champaign County | Champaign, IL | Senior citizen assistance | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $134,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $119,500 | 9 |
| 2023 | $110,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641349349103309
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 37-1341631
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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