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Ruth And Hal Launders Charitable Trust is a private trust based in HERNDON, VA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2009. The principal officer is % Jeffery J Fairfield. It holds total assets of $49.5M. Annual income is reported at $4M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, Ruth And Hal Launders Charitable Trust has made 202 grants totaling $3.6M, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has grown from $553K in 2021 to $1.7M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $77 to $750K, with an average award of $18K. The foundation has supported 106 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Virginia, Florida, California, which account for 56% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 18 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Ruth And Hal Launders Charitable Trust primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 202 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in VA, FL, CA.
Ruth And Hal Launders Charitable Trust has distributed a total of $3.6M across 202 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $18K. Individual grants have ranged from $77 to $750K.
Ruth And Hal Launders Charitable Trust typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Ruth And Hal Launders Charitable Trust is headquartered in HERNDON, VA. While based in VA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 18 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffrey J Fairfield | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & SECRETARY | $264K | $0 | $286K |
| Eugenie W Maine | CO-TRUSTEE, SECRETARY | $30K | $0 | $30K |
| Catherine P Whelan | CO-TRUSTEE, CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD | $30K | $0 | $30K |
| Rebecca F Fehrs | CO-TRUSTEE | $30K | $0 | $30K |
| Jerome L Lonnes | CO-TRUSTEE | $30K | $0 | $30K |
Total Giving
$2.6M
Total Assets
$41.5M
Fair Market Value
$44.9M
Net Worth
$41.4M
Grants Paid
$866K
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$0
Distribution Amount
$2.3M
Total: $12.5M
Total Grants
202
Total Giving
$3.6M
Average Grant
$18K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
106
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education Foundation Of Palm BeachTHE GRANT IS RESTRICTED TO UNDERWRITING THE OPERATIONAL COSTS OF THE RED APPLE SUPPLIES PROGRAM WHICH DISTRIBUTES SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND THE BASIC TOOLS OF EDUCATION TO THE SCHOOLS MOST IN NEED. | Boynton Beach, FL | $125K | 2023 |
| Fairfax County Park FoundationVOLUNTARY PROFFERED ZONING CONDITION CONTRIBUTION TO FUND AN ENDOWMENT FOR ARROWBROOK CENTRE PARK, A PUBLIC PARK OWNED AND OPERATED BY THE FAIRFAX COUNTY PARK AUTHORITY, A BODY POLITIC | Fairfax, VA | $118K | 2023 |
| K9s For WarriorsK9S FOR WARRIORS PROVIDES SERVICE DOGS TO MILITARY VETERANS AND ACTIVE DUTY SUFFERING FROM PTSD, TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY, AND/OR MILITARY SEXUAL TRAUMA. DOGS ARE RESCUED FROM HIGH-KILL SHELTERS AND TRAINED AS SERVICE DOGS. THE GRANT FOR K9S FOR WARRIORS IS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNATED FOR UNDERWRITING THE CAPITAL COSTS OF DEVELOPING THE NEW DAVIS FAMILY MEGA KENNEL FACILITY TO MEET DEMAND FOR K9S FOR VETERANS. | Ponte Verde, FL | $35K | 2023 |
| Dollywood FoundationTHIS GRANT WILL BE USED TO MAINTAIN AND CONTINUE TO EXPAND OUR EXISTING PROGRAM TO REACH EVERY ELIGIBLE CHILD IN THE HERNDON 20170 AND 20171 ZIP CODE AREAS. |
| Arthur A Anselene | CO-TRUSTEE, TREASURER | $15K | $0 | $15K |
| Whitney Webb | CO-TRUSTEE | $13K | $0 | $13K |
| Pigeon Forge, TN |
| $20K |
| 2023 |
| Beautiful DayTHIS GRANT WILL PROVIDE GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT PROVIDING TRAINING FOR REFUGEES TO ASSIST WITH RESETTLEMENT SKILLS. | Providence, RI | $20K | 2023 |
| Virginia Tech FoundationTHIS GRANT WILL ESTABLISH THE RUTH LAUNDERS ENDOWMENT FOR FAIRFAX COUNTY 4-H. IT WILL PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE 4-H LIVESTOCK PROGRAM IN FAIRFAX COUNTY. | Blacksburg, VA | $20K | 2023 |
| The Contemporary Theater CompanyTHE GRANT WILL BE USED TO HELP PROVIDE THE FUNDING FOR THE SOLAR PANELS PROJECT FOR THE LOCAL RI COMMUNITY THEATRE. | Wakefield, RI | $20K | 2023 |
| The Arts HerndonTHIS GRANT WILL BE USED FOR GENERAL OPERATIONS TO PROMOTE, SUPPORT, AND RAISE FUNDS FOR THE ARTS IN THE GREATER HERNDON AREA, TO ESTABLISH AND SUSTAIN THE OPERATION OF A PERMANENT ARTS CENTER, TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY ARTS PROGRAMS, AND TO ADVOCATE FOR THE ARTS IN HERNDON. | Herndon, VA | $15K | 2023 |
| Treetop Zen Center (Dragon Cliff Zen Center)THIS GRANT WILL SUPPORT GENERAL OPERATIONS ALONG WITH MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS OF THE RETREAT FACILITY. TREETOP ZEN PROVIDES A SPACE FOR MEDDITATION AND THE TEACHINGS OF BUDDHISM. | Oakland, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| Elden Street Players IncGRANT WILL BE USED TO FOR GENERAL OPERATIONS IN FURTHERANCE OF THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY WITH THEATRICAL PERFORMANCES AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Herndon, VA | $15K | 2023 |
| Bartlett Arboretum Association IncTHIS GRANT IS FOR BUILDING AND RENOVATIONS OF THE GREENHOUSE TO BECOME THE NEW HORTICULTURE COMPLEX OF THE AT THE BARTLETT ARBORETUM & GARDENS, A SANCTUARY RETREAT. | Stamford, CT | $15K | 2023 |
| Neighbor To NeighborTHE GRANT WILL PROVIDE EMERGENCY AND SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD ACCESS. THIS VOLUNTEER NONPROFIT SEEKS TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF RESIDENTS IN NEED IN THE GREENWICH COMMUNITY. | Greenwich, CT | $15K | 2023 |
| Link IncLINK WORKS TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY FOOD TO FAMILIES IN NEED THROUGH AN ALL VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION IN N. VIRGINIA. | Sterling, VA | $15K | 2023 |
| Blessed Unrest Theatre IncTHIS GRANT WILL BE USED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR OUR CURRENT YEAR OF ARTISTIC PROGRAMMING, WHICH INCLUDES TRADITIONAL, ORIGINAL AND NEW WORKS FOR THE STAGE. | New York, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| Virginia United Methodist HomesTHIS GRANT WILL HELP FUND THE CEDARFIELD SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR PINNACLE SR LIVING. IT PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE TO EMPLOYEES WHILE THEY CONTINUE TO SERVE THE RESIDENTS. | Richmond, VA | $13K | 2023 |
| Alpha-Omega Miracle HomeAOMH PROVIDES SHELTER SUPPORT AND HOPE TO SENIOR WOMEN AND TO SINGLE MOTHERS AND THEIR CHILDREN WHILE FOCUSING ON GUIDING INDIVIDUALS FROM HOMELESSNESS TO SELF SUFFICIENCY. | St Augustine, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| American Health Assistance FoundationFUNDING WILL BE USED TO SUPPORT THE STUDIES OF FIRST-RATE RESEARCHERS AND EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES FOCUSED ON TREATING AND ASSISTING PERSONS WITH MACULAR DEGENERATION. | Clarksburg, MD | $10K | 2023 |
| Arc Of JacksonvilleTHIS GRANT WILL HELP INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DIFFERENCES TO ACHIEVE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AND PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITY LIFE. | Jacksonville, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| Arlington Thrive IncTHIS GRANT WILL BE USED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT IN FURTHERANCE OF THE ORGANIZATIONS CHARITABLE PURPOSE TO PROVIDE SAME-DAY EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO ARLINGTON AREA RESIDENTS WHO ARE FACING A SHORT-TERM CRISIS. | Arlington, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Better Housing CoalitionTHE GRANT WILL BE USED FOR GENERAL OPERATIONAL EXPENSES OF PROVIDING SERVICE-ENRICHED, AFFORDABLE HOMES TO THE WORKING POOR AND LOW-INCOME SENIORS. | Richmond, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Boca Helping Hands IncBBH SERVES THE ECONOMICALLY CHALLENGED POPULATION AND PROVIDES FOOD, MEDICAL, EDUCATION, JOB TRAINING, AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO MEET BASIC NEEDS. | Boca Raton, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| Chris Atwood FoundationTHIS GRANT WILL BE USED TO FOR GENERAL OPERATING EXPENSES TO STRENGTHEN THE MISSION TO SAVE LIVES AND SUPPORT RECOVERY FROM ADDICTION. | Reston, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Fearless DallasFUNDS WILL BE UTILIZED ONLY FOR THE EXPRESS PURPOSES OF FUNDING FEARLESS DALLAS' FULL-CIRCLE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM WHICH ASSISTS STRUGGLING WOMEN WITH SOCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. | Dallas, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Future Roots ProjectTHE FUNDS FOCUS ON SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION, ARTISTIC AND HEALTH INITIATIVES TO CREATE THE SYSTEMIC CHANGES TO PROMOTE A HIGHER QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THE STRUGGLING COMMUNITIES SERVED. | Robbinsdale, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Greenwich Town Party IncTHE GRANT WILL HELP FUND THE ANNUAL GREENWICH TOWN PARTY CELEBRATION FOR THE PEOPLE OF GREENWICH TO EXPERIENCE THE STRENGTH OF COMMUNITY THROUGH THIS EVENT. | Old Greenwich, CT | $10K | 2023 |
| Herndon High School Band PaTHIS GRANT WILL BE USED TO SUPPORT THE MUSIC PROGRAM AND ASSIST IN PURCHASING NEW MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS FOR THE HERNDON HIGH SCHOOL BAND. | Herndon, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Horseplay Therapy CenterTHE GRANT ADVANCES DEVELOPMENT AND HEALING FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AND VETERANS WITH PTSD THROUGH HIPPOTHERAPY. | St Augustine, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| Hubbard House IncTHE GRANT WILL ASSIST THIS FULL-SERVICE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER AND CENTER SERVING NORTHEAST FLORIDA PROVIDING SAFETY, EMPOWERMENT AND SOCIAL CHANGE FOR VICTIMS AND THEIR FAMILIES. | Jacksonville, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| Kids R FirstKIDS R FIRST PROVIDES CUSTOM-ORDERED SCHOOL SUPPLIES TO DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN WHO ARE AT OR BELOW POVERTY LEVEL. | Reston, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Kitchens For GoodTHE GRANT WILL SUPPORT KITCHENS FOR GOOD'S CORE OPERATING EXPENSES USED TO ADDRESS ROOT CAUSES OF FOOD INSECURITY AND WORKFORCE EXCLUSION TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF POVERTY. | San Diego, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Komera IncTHE GRANT WILL BE USED TO DEVELOP SELF-CONFIDENT YOUNG WOMEN THROUGH EDUCATION, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SPORT. | Jamaica Plain, MA | $10K | 2023 |
| Loudoun Hunger Relief IncTHIS GRANT WILL BE USED TO SUPPORT LOUDOUN HUNGER RELIEF'S MISSION OF HELPING NEIGHBORS IN NEED OF NUTRITIOUS FOOD, EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP. | Leesburg, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Lutheran Social Services Of Ne FloridaTHE GRANT PROVIDES HUNGER RELIEF AND OTHER ASSISTANCE FOR THOSE IN NEED IN NE FLORIDA PROVIDING ASSISTANCE WITH MEALS, AIDS SUPPORT, FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND REFUGEE SERVICES. | Jacksonville, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| Make ProjectsMAKE PROJECTS FUNDING IS USED TO EMPOWER REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANT WOMEN AND YOUTH WITH JOB READINESS SKILLS TO ACHIEVE THEIR DREAMS. | San Diego, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Olivewood Gardens & Learning CtrTHE GRANT WILL ASSIST WITH THE NUTRITION CENTER WITH THE MISSION TO INSPIRE YOUTH AND ADULTS TO BE HEALTHY CITIZENS THROUGH SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE AND NUTRITION EDUCATION. | National City, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Open Trail IncTHE GRANT WILL ASSIST IN PROVIDING EQUINE ASSISTED SERVICES TO CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH PHYSICAL, COGNITIVE, AND EMOTIONAL CHALLENGES IN SAN ANTONIO TX. | Boerne, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| San Diego Social Venture PartnersTHE GRANT WILL HELP SDSVP WITH PROVIDING FINANCIAL AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO NONPROFITS IN THE SAN DIEGO AREA ADDRESSING THE AREA'S MOST PRESSING CHALLENGES. | San Diego, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Santa Barbara Education FoundationTHE GRANT WILL SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION'S EFFORTS TO SUPPORT THE NEEDS OF STUDENTS IN THE SANTA BARBARA SCHOOL DISTRICT. | Santa Barbara, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Slow Food UsaTHIS GRANT WILL FUND ALL THE COSTS TO COVER ONE APPRENTICESHIP FOR 30 DAYS ALLOWING THE APPRENTICE TO LEARN, WORK AND SEE HOW GOOD FOOD IS MADE AND THE VALUE OF SMALL FARMS. THE GRANTEE ACTED AS THE FISCAL SPONSOR FOR THE ANNE SAFELY LEGACY FUND, MANAGER OF THE APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM. | Brooklyn, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| St Augustine Society IncPROCEEDS OF THIS GRANT WILL BE USED TO SUPPORT THE OPERATIONS AND PROGRAM SERVICES OF THE PORT IN THE STORM HOMELESS YOUTH CENTER PROVIDING ASSISTANCE AND TRAINING TO HOMELESS CHILDREN. | St Augustine, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| The Community Tax Law ProjectTHE GRANT WILL BE USED FOR GENERAL OPERATIONAL SUPPORT, PRIMARILY TO SUPPORT HIRING A NEW PART-TIME TAX PROFESSIONAL TO PROVIDE OUTREACH AND EDUCATION ON TAX ISSUES TO TAXPAYERS. | Richmond, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Vecinos Unidos Neighbors UnitedTHIS GRANT WILL BE USED TO SUPPORT THE GENERAL OPERATIONS OF THE ORGANIZATION. VECINOS OFFERS AFTER-SCHOOL HOMEWORK HELP, WHICH ALSO SERVED TO KEEP CHILDREN OFF THE STREETS AND OUT OF GANGS. | Herndon, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Virginia VoiceTHIS GRANT WILL SUPPORT THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE OF SERVING INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE BLIND, VISION IMPAIRED, HAVE LOW VISION OR OTHER DISABILITIES. | Richmond, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Vpm Media Corporation (Fka Commonwealth Public Broadcasting)THE GREATEST SOURCE OF OPERATING SUPPORT FOR THE STATION IS RECEIVED THROUGH MEMBER DONATIONS. THIS GRANT WILL ENABLE THE STATION TO OFFER CHALLENGE GRANTS THAT MATCH GIFTS FROM LISTENERS DURING OUR PLEDGE DRIVES. | Richmond, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Committee For Dulles Community OutreachTHIS GRANT HELPS THE DULLES COMMUNITY AND WILL BE USED TO PROVIDE EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS TO EMPLOYEES OF DULLES OR THEIR DEPENDENTS, AND TO SUPPORT ON-AIRPORT CHARITIES OR MINISTRIES AT DULLES AIRPORT, DULLES, VIRGINIA. | Dulles, VA | $8K | 2023 |
| Jonnycake Center Inc(The)THIS GRANT WILL BE RESTRICTED TO ONLY BE USED TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR HOUSING AND BASIC NEEDS TO COMMUNITY MEMBERS. | Peace Dale, RI | $8K | 2023 |
| Center For Children'S Advocacy IncTHE GRANT WILL FUND THE ARNOLD RUTKIN SCHOLARS FUND AND SUPPORT PROVISIONS OF INTENSIVE LEGAL ADVOCACY FOR CLIENTS. | Hartford, CT | $8K | 2023 |
| Casa Verde Home Of Hope IncTHE GRANT WILL BE USED FOR THE GENERAL OPERATION OF THE CHARITY. THE DONATION WILL GO TO THE OPERATION OF THE HOUSE IN COLOMBIA TO PAY FOR FOOD, CLOTHING, MEDICAL, EDUCATIONAL EXPENSES, AND OTHER NEEDS OF THE CHILDREN. | Mount Vernon, NY | $8K | 2023 |
| United Spinal AssociationTHIS GRANT WILL SUPPORT THE UNITED SPINAL ASSOCIATION WHICH PROVIDES PROGRAMS AND ADVOCACY FOR THE SUPPORT OF WHEELCHAIR USERS IN THE U.S. | Kew Gardens, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Cystic Fibrosis FoundationTHE MISSION OF THE FOUNDATION IS TO CURE CYSTIC FIBROSIS AND TO PROVIDE ALL PEOPLE WITH THE DISEASE THE OPPORTUNITY TO LEAD FULL, PRODUCTIVE LIVES BY FUNDING RESEARCH AND DRUG DEVELOPMENT, PROMOTING TREATMENT AND ENSURING ACCESS TO HIGH-QUALITY CARE. | Natnick, MA | $5K | 2023 |
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