Grants paid in 2025
20 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Humane SocietyNewington, CT | Support work | $30K |
| St Jude Children's Research HospitaMemphis, TN | Support work | $30K |
| World Central KitchenWashington, DC | Support work | $25K |
| Save the ChildrenFairfield, CT | Support work | $15K |
| Blood Cancer UnitedWashington, DC | Support work | $15K |
| ASPCANew York, NY | Support work | $10K |
| Mercy ShipsGarden Valley, TX | Support work | $10K |
| Fairfield County's Community FoundaNorwalk, CT | Support work | $10K |
| Tunnel to Towers FoundationStaten Island, NY | Support work | $10K |
| Water for GoodBentonville, AR | Support work | $10K |
| Operation HopeFairfield, CT | Support work | $10K |
| Save the SoundNew Haven, CT | Support owrk | $10K |
| Wounded Warrior ProjectJacksonville, FL | Support work | $10K |
| Habitat for HumanityAmericus, GA | Support work | $10K |
| Connecticut FoodshareWallingford, CT | Support work | $10K |
| Heifer InternationalLittle Rock, AR | Support work | $10K |
| March of DimesArlington, VA | Support work | $10K |
| Habitat for HorsesAlvin, TX | Support work | $10K |
| Pequot LibrarySouthport, CT | Support work | $5,000 |
| Northshore Animal LeaguePort Washington, NY | Support work | $5,000 |
By state: Connecticut 7 · District of Columbia 2 · Tennessee 1 · New York 3 · Texas 2 · Arkansas 2
About this foundation
Rust Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Fairfield, Connecticut, administered in care of William F Rust III, tax-exempt since 1999. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Rust Family Foundation 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 Rust Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $255K across 20 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Rust Family Foundation give?
Connecticut (7 grants), District of Columbia (2 grants), Tennessee (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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