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Ruth E Proud Charitable Trust is a private corporation based in NORTH ADAMS, MA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2007. It holds total assets of $2.3M. Annual income is reported at $1.2M. 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 2015 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Massachusetts. According to available records, Ruth E Proud Charitable Trust has made 47 grants totaling $707K, with a median grant of $15K. Annual giving has decreased from $270K in 2021 to $168K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $270K distributed across 18 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $35K, with an average award of $15K. The foundation has supported 17 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Massachusetts and Colorado. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$4K
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$16K
Largest Grant
$30K
Based on 9 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.
Ruth E Proud Charitable Trust primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 47 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MA, CO.
Ruth E Proud Charitable Trust has distributed a total of $707K across 47 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $15K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $35K.
Ruth E Proud Charitable Trust typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Ruth E Proud Charitable Trust is headquartered in NORTH ADAMS, MA. While based in MA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
Officer and trustee information is not yet available for this foundation. This data is typically reported in Part VIII of the 990-PF filing.
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$2.3M
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$2.3M
Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
47
Total Giving
$707K
Average Grant
$15K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
17
Most Common Grant
$15K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mass Moca Foundation IncART & CULTURE TO ELEMENTARY STUDENTS | North Adams, MA | $35K | 2023 |
| Mcla FoundationEDUCATIONAL LECTURES | North Adams, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| Northern Berkshire United WayTO SUPPORT MEMBER AGANCIES | North Adams, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Roots Teen CenterTEEN WALK IN CENTER | North Adams, MA | $23K | 2023 |
| BaamsYOUTH DEVELOPMENT | Williamstown, MA | $15K | 2023 |
| Child Care Of The Berkshires IncPROVIDE SUPPORT TO KIDS & FAMILIES | North Adams, MA | $10K | 2023 |
| Boulder Arts And TechEDUCATIONAL COURSES | Boulder, CO | $10K | 2023 |
| Berkshire Innovation CenterTECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT | Pittsfiled, MA | $10K | 2023 |
| Berkshire Food ProjectFOOD PANTRY | North Adams, MA | $10K | 2023 |
| Northern Berkshire United Way IncTO SUPPORT MEMBER AGENCIES | North Adams, MA | $20K | 2022 |
| North Adams Youth BasketballTO SUPPORT LOCAL YOUTH | North Adams, MA | $8K | 2022 |
| Louison House IncPROVIDE AID TO HOMELESS | North Adams, MA | $5K | 2022 |
| Euc-Health Care IncTO PROVIDE CARE FOR LOW INCOME INDIV | North Adams, MA | $1K | 2022 |
| Bart SchoolTO SUPPORT SCHOOL OPERATIONS | Adams, MA | $15K | 2021 |
| The Artists Block Foundation IncTO PROMOTE CULTURAL EDUCATION | North Adams, MA | $15K | 2021 |
| Friend Of The Na Public LibraryTO SUPPORT LIBRARY PROGRAMS | North Adams, MA | $10K | 2021 |
| Berkshire Northern Coalition IncTO SUPPORT COMMINGY PROGRAMS | North Adams, MA | $5K | 2021 |