Thomas a & Sharon K Ruder Foundation Inc
Historical FunderEvansville, Indiana · EIN 35-2063035 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THOMAS A RUDER |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 2482, EVANSVILLE IN 477280482 |
| Phone | 8124795551 |
| Form and materials | NO FORMAL APPLICATION PROCESS |
| Deadlines | NO FORMAL DEADLINE |
| Restrictions | NO FORMAL RESTRICTIONS |
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 Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mater Dei Student Inv | Evansville, IN | Education | $50,000 |
| Evsc Foundation | Evansville, IN | Education | $25,000 |
| Hanover College | Hanover, IN | Education | $25,000 |
| Evsc Foundation | Evansville, IN | Education | $25,000 |
| Ark Crisis Center | Evansville, IN | General fund | $10,000 |
| St Vincent Early Learning Center | Evansville, IN | Education | $10,000 |
| Voices Incorp | Evansville, IN | General fund | $4,000 |
| Wesselman Park Nature Society | Evansville, IN | General fund | $3,000 |
| Evansville Junior Football | Evansville, IN | General fund | $1,500 |
| Usi Foundation | Evansville, IN | Education | $1,500 |
| Iu Foundation | Bloomington, IN | Education | $1,000 |
| Ue Foundation | Evansville, IN | Education | $1,000 |
| Vanderburgh Humane Society | Evansville, IN | General fund | $1,000 |
| Altrusa International | Evansville, IN | General fund | $500 |
| Mater Dei High School | Evansville, IN | Education | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $159,000 | 15 |
| 2024 | $149,950 | 19 |
| 2023 | $154,654 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620999349100217
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 35-2063035
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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