Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation
The Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation is a Madison, Wisconsin-based private foundation that supports charitable organizations. Its website says it was established in memory of Patricia Ruegsegger and describes a commitment to uplifting people who are often overlooked through education, healthcare, mental health and suicide prevention, animal welfare, support for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, and support for veterans and their families.
Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation gave $22K across 16 grants in 2024 (avg $1K), top state Wisconsin. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $22,049
- Grants made (2024)
- 16
- Average grant
- $1,378
- Median grant
- $1,015
- Total assets
- $598,070
- +19.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Wisconsin (37% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
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The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 7003 Applewood Drive, Madison, WI 53719
Phone: (727) 512-3448
Website: https://pjrff.org/
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County ($5K). Together the top 10 received $17K.
Grant Size Distribution
16 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 16 grants of 16 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Madison, Wisconsin. In 2024, 37% of grant dollars went to Wisconsin recipients, 19% to Colorado, 14% to Florida, 10% to Arizona, and 7% to Virginia. Its listed 2024 grants also included recipients in New York, Texas, and other states.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
Cities
How Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation gives
- In 2024 it paid out 153% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 16 grants totaling $22K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County Fitchburg, WI | General charitable | $5,052 |
| Childrens Hospital Colorado Foundation Aurora, CO | General charitable | $3,091 |
| K9s for Warriors Ponte Vedra, FL | General charitable | $2,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Phoenix, AZ | General charitable | $1,200 |
| Pets for Patriots Long Beach, NY | General charitable | $1,050 |
| Give Kids the World Kissimmee, FL | General charitable | $1,045 |
| The Road Home Dane County Madison, WI | General charitable | $1,030 |
| The Salvation Army Alexandria, VA | General charitable | $1,030 |
| Dogs to Dogtags Plymouth, WI | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Green Beret Racing Colorado Springs, CO | General charitable | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $598,070 | $89,822 | $38,010 | $22,049 | 16 | $37,860 | $89,672 | $24,805 |
| 2023 | $498,969 | $504,484 | — | — | — | — | — | $811 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $25K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s website describes its mission as empowering its community and says it aims to provide access to educational opportunities and healthcare, support animal rights and welfare, aid survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, and support veterans and their families. It also describes funding charities and research.
Its 2024 grants included organizations working in several of these areas. Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation, for example, says its mission is to support children’s care, education, research, and advocacy. K9s for Warriors says it provides trained service dogs to veterans experiencing PTSD, traumatic brain injury, or military sexual trauma. Pets for Patriots says it helps veterans adopt at-risk shelter animals, while The Road Home Dane County says it supports homeless children and families in achieving goals and obtaining stable, affordable housing.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 16 grants totaling $22,049. Grants ranged from $515 to $5,052, with a median of $1,015. The largest grants included $5,052 to Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County, $3,091 to Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation, and $2,000 to K9s for Warriors. Other listed grants included $1,200 to St. Mary’s Food Bank, $1,050 to Pets for Patriots, $1,045 to Give Kids the World, and $1,030 to The Road Home Dane County.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Sheri Ruegsegger as Director/President, Kelly Kloepping as Director/Vice President, Amy Medland as Director/Secretary, and Sandra Boimbo as Director/Treasurer.
Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation is led by Sheri Ruegsegger, Director & President on every filing since 2023; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Sheri Ruegsegger
Director & President
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Amy Medland
Director & Secretary
Director & Treasurer → Director & Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kelly Kloepping
Director & Vice President
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sandra Boimbo
Director & Treasurer
Director & Secretary → Director & Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation
How much does Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation give each year?
Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation gave $22K across 16 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $1,015, and its average grant was $1,378, across 16 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation give grants?
Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation's top state is Wisconsin, with 37% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Colorado (19%) and Florida (14%). The most frequent recipient cities were Madison, WI (3 grants).
Does Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (16 of 16) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County ($5,052), Childrens Hospital Colorado Foundation ($3,091) and K9s for Warriors ($2,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 46% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation?
Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation reported $598K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $38K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $25K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation fund?
The foundation’s website describes its mission as empowering its community and says it aims to provide access to educational opportunities and healthcare, support animal rights and welfare, aid survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, and support veterans and their families. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation's EIN?
Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-4336099. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Does Patricia J Ruegsegger Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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