The Ruth Foundation
The Ruth Foundation is a private foundation based in Flushing, New York. Its 2025 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, primarily in New York.
The Ruth Foundation at a glance
In short: The Ruth Foundation gave $103K across 10 grants in 2025 (avg $10K), mostly in New York. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $102,700
- +105.4% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 10
- +400.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $10,270
- -58.9% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $10,696
- +215.0% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- New York (90% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Ruth Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. It makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. The filing lists no contact, application form or materials, or award restrictions.
- Contact
Mailing address: 136-20 38Th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354
Phone: (917) 686-6369
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Ruth Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Garden of Hope Inc ($28K). Together the top 10 received $103K.
Grant Size Distribution
19 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 19 grants of 19 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 90% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 5% to California, 3% to Minnesota, and 2% to New Jersey.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Ruth Foundation gives
- Giving grew 585% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out well above 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 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $11K (2023) to $103K (2025). In 2025 it made 10 grants totaling $103K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Garden of Hope Inc New York, NY | For General Support | $28,200 |
| New York Theological Education Center Inc Whitestone, NY | For General Support | $23,500 |
| Elmhurst Christian Gospel Church Elmhurst, NY | For General Support | $20,000 |
| New York Presbyterian Fund Inc New York, NY | For General Support | $10,000 |
| Chinatown District Management Association New York, NY | For General Support | $5,000 |
| Silver Lining Missions San Jose, CA | For General Support | $5,000 |
| Chinese Christian Herald Crusades Inc Flushing, NY | For General Support | $3,500 |
| Goodword Partnership Minneapolis, MN | For General Support | $3,000 |
| Spring Lake Hope Foundation Franklin Lakes, NJ | For General Support | $2,500 |
| The Things Network New York Inc New York, NY | New York | $2,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,696 | $110,000 | $102,700 | $102,700 | 10 | $102,700 | $606 |
| 2024 | $3,396 | $57,000 | $53,830 | $50,000 | 2 | $53,830 | $408 |
| 2023 | $226 | $13,800 | $14,435 | $10,500 | 2 | $13,648 | $74 |
| 2022 | $861 | $16,500 | $18,897 | $15,000 | 2 | $18,118 | $139 |
| 2021 | $3,243 | $30,580 | $29,350 | $25,500 | 3 | $28,580 | $241 |
| 2020 | $2,013 | $32,500 | $30,812 | $27,000 | 5 | — | $241 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Ruth Foundation reported a distributable amount of $606 for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants included organizations whose own missions span domestic violence and human trafficking services, theological education, community services, and assistance for children and orphans. For example, Garden of Hope says it serves victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking; New York Theological Education Center says it provides theological education; and Silver Lining Missions says it plans to assist organizations serving needy children and orphans. These are the grantees’ stated missions, not the foundation’s.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation gave $102,700 through 10 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $2,000 to $28,200, with a median of $5,000. Its largest grants were $28,200 to Garden of Hope Inc., $23,500 to New York Theological Education Center Inc., $20,000 to Elmhurst Christian Gospel Church, and $10,000 to New York Presbyterian Fund Inc. Each was listed for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Alison G Fung as president, Robert C Lee as vice president, and Stephen G Fung as secretary-treasurer.
The Ruth Foundation is led by Alison G. Fung, President & Dr. since 2024 (on filings since 2023); none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Alison G. Fung
President & Dr.
President & D → President & Dr., 2024
On filings since 2023
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert C. Lee
Vice President & Dr.
On filings since 2024
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Stephen G. Fung
Secy-Treas & Dr.
On filings since 2024
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Lai Wah Fung (2020–2023) — Vice President & Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 The Ruth Foundation
How much does The Ruth Foundation give each year?
The Ruth Foundation gave $103K across 10 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $50K across 2 grants.
What is The Ruth Foundation's typical grant size?
The Ruth Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $5,000, and its average grant was $10,270, across 10 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Ruth Foundation give grants?
The Ruth Foundation gives mostly in New York: 90% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (4 grants).
Does The Ruth Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 90% of The Ruth Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (9 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Ruth Foundation's largest grantees?
The Ruth Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Garden of Hope Inc ($28,200), New York Theological Education Center Inc ($23,500) and Elmhurst Christian Gospel Church ($20,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 70% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Ruth Foundation?
The Ruth Foundation reported $11K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $103K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $606 (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Ruth Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants included organizations whose own missions span domestic violence and human trafficking services, theological education, community services, and assistance for children and orphans. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Ruth Foundation?
The foundation 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 The Ruth Foundation's EIN?
The Ruth Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 11-3507688. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Ruth 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.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS June 5, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work The Ruth Foundation funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- 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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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). The Ruth Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 18, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-ruth-foundation-morg_67cb357667cf4dcd8c37a824219d40db
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