The Scott and Ruby Circle Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyWichita, Kansas · EIN 38-7310438 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$462K
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$10.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $40,000.
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
12% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Kiowa | Kiowa, KS | Annual grant | $67,000 |
| Fort Hays State University | Hays, KS | Annual grant | $58,000 |
| Northwestern Oklahoma State University | Alva, OK | Annual grant | $58,000 |
| City of Hazelton | Hazelton, KS | Annual grant | $40,000 |
| Friends of Kiowa District Hospital | Kiowa, KS | Annual grant | $40,000 |
| Kiowa Historical Society | Greensburg, KS | Annual grant | $40,000 |
| Sam Barber School District | Kiowa, KS | Annual grant | $38,250 |
| Riverview Cemetery | Kiowa, KS | Annual grant | $20,000 |
| Rose Hill Cemetary Association | Rose Hill, KS | Annual grant | $20,000 |
| Southwestern Oklahoma State University | Weatherford, OK | Annual grant | $14,500 |
| Kansas State University | Manhattan, KS | Annual grant | $14,500 |
| Colby Community College | Colby, KS | Annual grant | $14,500 |
| City of Kiowa Public Library | Kiowa, KS | Annual grant | $10,000 |
| Barber County Development Inc | Medicine Lodge, KS | Annual grant | $10,000 |
| Monty Thompson Continuing Education Foundation | Kioaw, KS | Annual grant | $10,000 |
| City of Hardtner | Hardtner, KS | Annual grant | $7,205 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $461,955 | 16 |
| 2023 | $442,500 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 16, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600479349100430
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-7310438
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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