Ruxer Foundation Inc
The Ruxer Foundation (formerly known as the Alvin C. Ruxer Foundation) was a private foundation established in 1983 by Jasper entrepreneur and businessman Alvin C. Ruxer. The foundation was based in Jasper, Indiana. In December 2024, after 41 years of operation as a private foundation, the Ruxer Foundation transitioned to become an endowment of the Dubois County Community Foundation, now operating as the Ruxer Endowment.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
-100.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.4M
+1087.8% YoY
Grant Count
30
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$46K
+1087.8% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Ruxer Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $105K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation was established to support Alvin C. Ruxer's philanthropic interests with a focus on:
- Religious institutions
- Youth sports
- Equestrian causes
- Animal welfare
- Other community needs
The Ruxer Endowment continues to emphasize religious institutions and equestrian causes, reflecting the founder's original vision and values.
Grantmaking
The Ruxer Endowment is structured as a donor-advised fund and generates approximately **$115,000 in grants annually**. The endowment maintains a continued emphasis on religious institutions and equestrian causes.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation focuses on Dubois County, Indiana, with particular emphasis on the Jasper community.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets Transferred: $2.9 million
- Annual Grant Distribution: Approximately $115,000
- Tax-Exempt Status: 501(c)(3), tax-exempt since December 1983
- EIN: 31-1076684
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | $1,358,006 | $1,358,083 |
| Revenue | $52,013 | $135,002 | $101,107 |
| Expenses | $1,410,019 | $135,079 | $157,987 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,383,756 | $116,500 | $140,000 |
| Net Investment Income | $26,543 | $116,811 | $85,451 |
| Distributable Amount | $105,240 | $112,327 | $120,479 |
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 2024
Grant Size Distribution
149 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Dubois County Community Foundation ($1,109,531), Dubois County Community Foundation ($150,725), St Joseph's Church ($28,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN RED CROSS EVANSVILLE, IN | UNRESTRICTED | $1,000 |
| AMERICAN SADDLEBRED MUSEUM LEXINGTON, KY | UNRESTRICTED | $10,000 |
| DUBOIS COUNTY HUMANE SOCEITY JASPER, IN | UNRESTRICTED | $5,000 |
| FOUNDING SONS CENTRAL ISLIP, NY | UNRESTRICTED | $3,000 |
| FREEDOM REINS JASPER, IN | UNRESTRICTED | $12,000 |
| FRIENDS OF THE ARTS JASPER, IN | UNRESTRICTED | $9,000 |
| GATHER NETWORK EVANSVILLE, IN | UNRESTRICTED | $1,000 |
| HOLY FAMILY CHURCH JASPER, IN | UNRESTRICTED | $10,000 |
| HORESENSING LEXINGTON, KY | UNRESTRICTED | $1,000 |
| INDIANA BASEBALL HALL OF FAME JASPER, IN | UNRESTRICTED | $1,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Alvin C. Ruxer (1983–1991) – Founder and original administrator. A visionary businessman who founded Jasper Engines & Transmission Exchange, Ruxer Ford, JASPER State Bank, and Ruxer Farms, a nationally renowned American Saddlebred horse farm.
Robert Ruxer – Alvin's nephew, who became administrator of the foundation upon Alvin's passing in 1991 and continued the philanthropic legacy. Robert remains involved in the foundation's transition and carries forward the family's commitment to the community.
Clayton Boyles – Executive Director of the Dubois County Community Foundation, which now oversees the Ruxer Endowment.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROBERT RUXER | PRESIDENT | — | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In February 2025, the Ruxer Foundation officially transitioned from a private foundation to an endowment of the Dubois County Community Foundation. This transition was described as a natural succession plan after 41 years of independent operation and was undertaken at the discretion of the Ruxer Foundation board of directors to engage the next generation in carrying forward the family's philanthropic commitment while preserving Alvin C. Ruxer's legacy.
Ruxer Foundation Transitions To Dubois County Community Foundation \u2014\Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ruxer Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation was established to support Alvin C. Ruxer's philanthropic interests with a focus on: • Religious institutions • Youth sports • Equestrian causes • Animal welfare • Other community needs The Ruxer Endowment continues to emphasize religious institutions and equestrian causes, reflecting the founder's original vision and values.
How do I apply for a grant from Ruxer Foundation Inc?
The Ruxer Endowment is structured as a donor-advised fund and generates approximately **$115,000 in grants annually**. The endowment maintains a continued emphasis on religious institutions and equestrian causes.
Where does Ruxer Foundation Inc make grants?
The foundation focuses on Dubois County, Indiana, with particular emphasis on the Jasper community.
What size grants does Ruxer Foundation Inc award?
In 2024, Ruxer Foundation Inc awarded 30 grants totaling $1.4M — an average of about $46K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Ruxer Foundation Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Ruxer Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $105K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Ruxer Foundation Inc's EIN?
Ruxer Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-1076684. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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