Private foundation · EIN 27-4397392 · Archbold, Ohio · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Bill & Melinda Rupp Foundation Inc

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 4 grants paid, $325K total, median $25K. 100% of grants stayed in Ohio.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
4
$325K
Median grant
$25K
Stays in OH
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.7M

Grants paid in 2025

4 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Fairlawn HavenArchbold, OHCapital Projects$250K
Sara's GardenWauseon, OHUnrestricted$25K
Sauder VillageArchbold, OHUnrestricted$25K
Fulton County Health Center Foundation IncWauseon, OHUnrestricted$25K

About this foundation

Bill & Melinda Rupp Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Archbold, Ohio, tax-exempt since 2013. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Bill & Melinda Rupp Foundation Inc accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Bill & Melinda Rupp Foundation Inc give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $325K across 4 grants, a median of $25K.

Where does Bill & Melinda Rupp Foundation Inc give?

Ohio (4 grants), per its latest filing.

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