The BA Rudolph Foundation
The BA Rudolph Foundation is a private foundation based in Washington, DC. Its 2021 filing lists 29 grants totaling $142,000, all itemized grants described as support to individual recipients. The most recent filing on record is for 2021, with nothing filed since; the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
The BA Rudolph Foundation at a glance
In short: The BA Rudolph Foundation gave $142K across 29 grants in 2021 (avg $5K), top state Maryland. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $142,000
- +822.1% vs 2020
- Grants made (2021)
- 29
- +480.0% vs 2020
- Average grant
- $4,897
- +59.0% vs 2020
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $339,325
- -24.9% vs 2020
- Primary geography
- Maryland (14% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The BA Rudolph Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. This policy is from its 2021 filing and is not presented as a current application opportunity.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 21251, Washington, DC 20009
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The BA Rudolph Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
34 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 34 grants of 34 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2021, the largest shares of grant dollars by recipient state were Maryland and Washington, DC, at 14% each, followed by New York and Michigan, at 11% each, and New Jersey, at 8%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 29 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The BA Rudolph Foundation gives
- In 2021 it paid out 359% 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
From 2020 to 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $15K (2020) to $142K (2021). In 2021 it made 29 grants totaling $142K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 29 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $142,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $339,325 | $24,205 | $298,003 | $142,000 | 29 | $142,000 | $671 | $39,561 |
| 2020 | $452,123 | $257,463 | $538,740 | $15,400 | 5 | — | $92,790 | $50,829 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The BA Rudolph Foundation reported a distributable amount of $40K for 2021 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
An earlier description of the foundation states that it supports women’s educational, personal, and professional development, particularly women seeking to advance justice and empower women. The 2021 grant records list individual recipients and describe the grant purpose as “Support”; they do not specify further focus areas.
Grantmaking
In 2021, the foundation reported 29 grants totaling $142,000. Grants ranged from $2,000 to $5,000, with a median of $5,000. The largest listed grants were $5,000 each, awarded to individual recipients in Arkansas, California, Indiana, New York, Maryland, Georgia, Michigan, New Jersey, and Washington, DC; each was described as support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2021 filing lists Margaret Moore as Co-Founder and Board Chair, Meredith Moore as Co-Founder and Treasurer, and Madeline Palmier as Co-Founder and Member. It also lists Mary Bruce as Executive Director and Dionne Galloway, Suzette Gardner, Emily Mediate, Ashlee Pena, Astrid Quinones, and Lexii Carillo as members.
The BA Rudolph Foundation is led by Mary Bruce, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; 1 of 10 officers listed in 2021 is compensated.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Mary Bruce
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$119K (2020) → $8K (2021)
Margaret Moore
Co-Founder Board Chair
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ashlee Pena
Member
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Astrid Quinones
Member
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dionne Galloway
Member
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Emily Mediate
Member
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Madeline Palmier
Co-Founder Member
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Meredith Moore
Co-Founder Treasurer
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Suzette Gardner
Member
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lexii Carillo
Member
New on the 2021 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: Alejandra Carrillo (2020) — Member
- Former: Angela Jones Hackley (2020) — Member
- Former: Candice Gayl (2020) — Member
- Former: Ivonne Ramirez-DeBlois (2020) — Member
- Former: Rebecca Davis (2020) — Co-Founder Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2021. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2021 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2021 filing was $8K, to Mary Bruce (Exec Dir).
Frequently asked questions about The BA Rudolph Foundation
How much does The BA Rudolph Foundation give each year?
The BA Rudolph Foundation gave $142K across 29 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2020 it gave $15K across 5 grants.
What is The BA Rudolph Foundation's typical grant size?
The BA Rudolph Foundation's median grant in 2021 was $5,000, and its average grant was $4,897, across 29 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The BA Rudolph Foundation give grants?
The BA Rudolph Foundation's top state is Maryland, with 14% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were District of Columbia (14%) and New York (11%).
Does The BA Rudolph Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2021: none of the 29 grants with a stated purpose on The BA Rudolph Foundation's 2021 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support" (29 grants).
How large is The BA Rudolph Foundation?
The BA Rudolph Foundation reported $339K in total assets on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $142K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $40K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The BA Rudolph Foundation fund?
An earlier description of the foundation states that it supports women’s educational, personal, and professional development, particularly women seeking to advance justice and empower women. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The BA Rudolph Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The BA Rudolph Foundation's EIN?
The BA Rudolph Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-4005071. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Does The BA Rudolph 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 October 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 1, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS July 13, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
Live grants for the work The BA Rudolph Foundation funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
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- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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