Dennis and Joyce Ruben Foundation
The Dennis and Joyce Ruben Foundation is a private foundation based in Lincolnwood, Illinois. The organization is tax-exempt and has been operating since July 1987.
Financial Overview
From 2023 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
-100.0% YoY
Revenue
—
-100.0% YoY
Net Investment Income
—
-100.0% YoY
Expenses
$4K
-98.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's grant-making focuses on:
- Education
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
- Human Services
- Jewish Nonprofits
- Nonprofit Human Services
- Reproductive Health
Grantmaking
Based on the most recent IRS Form 990 filing (2023), the foundation filed a final return as of that year. Historical grant data indicates typical awards have ranged from $18 to $158,950.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Lincolnwood, Illinois.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
According to the most recent 2023 IRS Form 990 filing:
- Total assets: $0
- Total giving: $0
The foundation filed a final return in 2023, indicating the organization is no longer active.
| Metric | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | $4,461 | $54,435 |
| Revenue | — | $199,106 | $424,946 |
| Expenses | $4,461 | $247,379 | $386,129 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | $244,614 | $386,129 |
| Net Investment Income | — | $6 | $6 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 0 recipients in 2023
Grant Size Distribution
101 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for 2023.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
From 2023 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DENNIS RUBEN | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| JOYCE RUBEN | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dennis and Joyce Ruben Foundation fund?
The foundation's grant-making focuses on: • Education • Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking • Human Services • Jewish Nonprofits • Nonprofit Human Services • Reproductive Health
How do I apply for a grant from Dennis and Joyce Ruben Foundation?
Based on the most recent IRS Form 990 filing (2023), the foundation filed a final return as of that year. Historical grant data indicates typical awards have ranged from $18 to $158,950.
Where does Dennis and Joyce Ruben Foundation make grants?
The foundation is based in Lincolnwood, Illinois.
What is Dennis and Joyce Ruben Foundation's EIN?
Dennis and Joyce Ruben Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-3486610. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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