Based on available verified sources, there is limited public information about an organization specifically named "Ralph Hull Foundation." However, sources reference **Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds**, which are administered through community foundations in the Buffalo and Southeast Michigan regions. These funds appear to represent the philanthropic legacy of Ralph C. Wilson, Jr.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$15.9M
+2.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$848K
-4.8% YoY
Grant Count
42
-6.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$20K
+2.0% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Ralph Hull Foundation reported a distributable amount of $878K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds support:
- Arts & Culture: The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Arts & Culture Initiative provides grants to small and medium-sized arts organizations
- Community Development: General community benefit and nonprofit support across funded regions
Grantmaking
Review Cycle
support arts organizations and community-based nonprofits
Grant Types
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds operate in two primary regions:
- Greater Buffalo, New York (administered through Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo)
- Southeast Michigan (administered through Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan)
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $15,854,696 | $15,503,322 | $15,672,372 |
| Revenue | $1,465,567 | $978,297 | $695,564 |
| Expenses | $1,114,193 | $1,147,347 | $1,163,448 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $891,056 | $937,210 | $973,831 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,274,514 | $778,023 | $521,426 |
| Distributable Amount | $877,942 | $829,398 | $823,676 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
190 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest include Marion Polk Food Share ($112,500), Willamette University ($92,000), Community Outreach Inc ($57,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ABC HOUSE ALBANY, OR | CHILD ABUSE PROGRAM | $15,000 |
| ALSEA GLEANERS ALSEA, OR | FOOD BANK AND CLOTHING | $3,000 |
| ASHBROOK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL CORVALLIS, OR | GENERAL PROGRAM FUNDING | $25,000 |
| BENTON COUNTY 4-H ASSOCIATION CORVALLIS, OR | GENERAL PROGRAM FUNDING | $15,000 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB-CORVALLIS CORVALLIS, OR | GENERAL PROGRAM FUNDING | $6,100 |
| COASTAL RANGE FOOD BANK BLODGETT, OR | FOOD SHARE | $2,500 |
| COMMUNITY COVENANT CHURCH UPSALA, MN | LIBRARY FOR AWAJUN PEOPLE OF PERU | $2,000 |
| COMMUNITY OUTREACH INC CORVALLIS, OR | HOUSING/FOOD SHARE | $57,500 |
| FAMILY BUILDING BLOCKS SALEM, OR | GENERAL PROGRAM FUNDING | $35,000 |
| FOREST BRIDGES ROSEBURG, OR | GENERAL PROGRAM FUNDING | $5,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| NANCY HULL | SECRETARY/ TREASURER | 15 | $21,500 |
| TODD W NYSTROM | PRESIDENT | 2 | $3,500 |
| CON LYNCH | DIRECTOR | 2 | $2,500 |
| EDWARD PARKER | DIRECTOR | 1 | $3,500 |
| NATHAN NYSTROM | VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | $3,500 |
| AMY HULL | DIRECTOR | 1 | $3,000 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
2025 Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Arts & Culture Initiative grants announced, supporting small to medium-sized arts organizations in the Greater Buffalo region
Community Foundation Announces 2025 Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Arts & Culture Initiative2025 grant awards from Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds announced through the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
Community Foundation Announces 2025 Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Arts & Culture Initiative2024 Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Arts & Culture Initiative grants awarded to arts organizations
Community Foundation Announces 2025 Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Arts & Culture InitiativeSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ralph Hull Foundation fund?
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds support: • **Arts & Culture**: The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Arts & Culture Initiative provides grants to small and medium-sized arts organizations • **Community Development**: General community benefit and nonprofit support across funded regions
How do I apply for a grant from Ralph Hull Foundation?
• The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds awarded **more than $1 million in grants to 42 nonprofits** through the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan • Annual grant cycles support arts organizations and community-based nonprofits • Arts & Culture Initiative grants (supporting small to medium-sized arts organizations) • Community development and nonprofit support grants • 2025 grant awards announced • 2024 grant awards announced
Where does Ralph Hull Foundation make grants?
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds operate in two primary regions: • **Greater Buffalo, New York** (administered through Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo) • **Southeast Michigan** (administered through Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan)
What size grants does Ralph Hull Foundation award?
In 2025, Ralph Hull Foundation awarded 42 grants totaling $848K — an average of about $20K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Ralph Hull Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2025, Ralph Hull Foundation reported a distributable amount of $878K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Ralph Hull Foundation's EIN?
Ralph Hull Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-1247987. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
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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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