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Dave G Ruf Jr Family Foundation is a private trust based in OVERLAND PARK, KS. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2002. The principal officer is Jay Rug. It holds total assets of $1.5M. Annual income is reported at $202K. Total assets have grown from $890K in 2011 to $1.5M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Missouri and Kansas. According to available records, Dave G Ruf Jr Family Foundation has made 53 grants totaling $426K, with a median grant of $4K. Annual giving has grown from $80K in 2020 to $295K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $51K, with an average award of $8K. The foundation has supported 28 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, which account for 77% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 10 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$500
Average Grant
$3K
Largest Grant
$26K
Based on 15 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Dave G Ruf Jr Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 53 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in KS, MO, TN.
Dave G Ruf Jr Family Foundation has distributed a total of $426K across 53 grants. The median grant size is $4K, with an average of $8K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $51K.
Dave G Ruf Jr Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Dave G Ruf Jr Family Foundation is headquartered in OVERLAND PARK, KS. While based in KS, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 10 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dave G Ruf Jr | TRUSTEE & ADVISORY BOARD | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Dave George Ruf Iii | ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jay Paul Ruf | ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Melanie Rose Ruf | ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$159K
Total Assets
$1.5M
Fair Market Value
$3.3M
Net Worth
$1.5M
Grants Paid
$155K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$77K
Distribution Amount
$158K
Total Grants
53
Total Giving
$426K
Average Grant
$8K
Median Grant
$4K
Unique Recipients
28
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Cancer SocietyFUNDING AND CONDUCTING RESEARCH, SHARING EXPERT INFORMATION, SUPPORTING PATIENTS, AND SPREADING THE WORD ABOUT PREVENTION | Kennesaw, GA | $3K | 2021 |
| Trout UnlimitedPROTECTING, RECONNECTING, RESTORING AND SUSTAINING OUR COLDWATER RESOURCES. | Arlington, VA | $156 | 2021 |
| William Educational FundCHARITABLE - SUPPORTING EDUCATION | Lawrence, KS | $50K | 2022 |
| Ku EndowmentCHARITABLE-SUPPORTING EDUCATION | Lawrence, KS | $31K | 2022 |
| John Diemer ElementaryCHARITABLE - SUPPORTING EDUCATION | Overland Park, KS | $12K | 2022 |
| Ducks Unlimited IncCHARITABLE-CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE | Memphis, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Life UnlimitedCHARITABLE - SUPPORTING HEALTHCARE | North Kansas City, MO | $10K | 2022 |
| The University Of Kansas Cancer CenterCHARITABLE - SUPPORTING HEALTHCARE | Westwood, KS | $10K | 2022 |
| Adventhealth Kansas City FoundationCHARITABLE - SUPPORTING HEALTHCARE | Merriam, KS | $5K | 2022 |
| Higgins Brothers Surgicenter Co Greater Kansas City Community FoundationSUPPORT FOR THE SURGICENTER IN HAITI-DESIGNED TO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR SURGICAL MISSION TEAMS TO WORK. | Kansas City, MO | $5K | 2022 |
| Cure Of Ars Catholic ChurchNONPROFIT-MINISTRIES | Leawood, KS | $5K | 2022 |
| Junior League Of Wyandotte & Johnson CountiesCHARITABLE - SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES | Overland Park, KS | $4K | 2022 |
| Wildlife FoundationCHARITABLE - SUPPORTING TO PROTECT NATRUE | San Francisco, CA | $3K | 2022 |
| Cystic Fibrosis FoundationCHARITABLE-RESEARCH FOR A CURE AND ASSISTING WITH CARE FOR THOSE DIAGNOSED WITH CYSTIC FIBROSIS | Mission, KS | $2K | 2022 |
| Bingham-Waggoner Historical SocietyCHARITABLE - SUPPORTING HISTORICAL LANDMARK | Independence, MO | $1K | 2022 |
| Starlight Theatre Kansas CityPRODUCING, PRESENTING AND PROMOTING AN EXCEPTIONAL ARTS EXPERIENCE BY DELIVERING ACCESSIBLE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL AUDIENCES, SUPERIOR THEATRE ARTS EDUCATION, IMPACTFUL OUTREACH PROGRAMS AND EVENTS THAT UTILIZE THIS ICONIC CITY-OWNED VENUE. | Kansas City, MO | $1K | 2022 |
| Nature ConservancyCHARITABLE - SUPPORTING TO PROTECT NATURE | Arlington, VA | N/A | 2022 |
| Quail & Upland Wildlife FederationDEDICATED TO RESTORING HABITAT AND POPULATIONS OF ALL UPLAND WILDLIFE SPECIES INCLUDING DEER, TURKEY, QUAIL, PHEASANT, RABBITS, DOVE, PRAIRIE CHICKENS, GROUSE AND MORE. PROJECTS FROM FOOD PLOTS TO WATERING SITES. | Buffalo, MO | $1K | 2021 |
| Our Lady Of Guadalupe ShrineNONPROFIT- MINISTRIES | Kansas City, MO | $500 | 2021 |
| Ararat ShrinersGENERAL FUND AND EXPENSES | Kansas City, MO | $500 | 2021 |
| Clinton Christian AcademyCHRISTIAN-BASED EDUCATION, PRE-K THROUGH THE 12TH GRADE | Clinton, MO | $500 | 2021 |
| Hillsdale CollegeCHARITABLE-SUPPORTING EDUCATION | Hillsdale, MI | $100 | 2021 |
| Arbor Day FoundationNONPROFIT FOCUSING ON CONSERVATION AND EDUCATION | Lincoln, NE | N/A | 2021 |
| Citizens Against Government WasteCAGW'S MISSION IS TO ELIMINATE WASTE, MISMANAGEMENT, AND INEFFICIENCY IN GOVERNMENT. | Washington, DC | N/A | 2021 |
| Aic FoundationCHARITABLE-ASSISTING THOSE IN NEED | Stony Brook, NY | N/A | 2021 |
| In Time Of Need FoundationCAHRITABLE-ASSISTING PEOPLE WITH SIGNIFICANT HEALTHCARE BURDENS THAT NEED FINANCIAL HELP OBTAINING THE CARE THEY NEED | Springfield, MO | $10K | 2020 |
| Bingham Waggoner Historical SocietyCHARITABLE-HISTORIC PRESERVATION | Independence, MO | $5K | 2020 |