Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since
April 2026

From the program guidelines: “The Ruby Worner Trust Grant supports initiatives in Peoria, IL, focusing on year-round programming and direct services that meet community needs.”

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Not eligible / not funded

  • Not eligible: General Operating Costs
  • Not eligible: Pilot or new programming
  • Not eligible: Event, conference or seminar sponsorships or entry fees
  • Not eligible: Multi-year commitments
  • Not eligible: For-profit organizations
  • Not eligible: Individuals or private foundations
  • Not eligible: Fraternal, political, advocacy or labor organizations
  • Not eligible: Capital expenses or capital campaigns

Overview

The Ruby Worner Trust Grant supports initiatives in Peoria, IL, focusing on year-round programming and direct services that meet community needs. Applicants must demonstrate measurable outcomes and long-term sustainability, ensuring effective financial accountability. Collaboration with other organizations is encouraged, and projects should not duplicate existing efforts. Organizations applying must have at least three years of operational history and demonstrate prior impact before applying. This grant aims to benefit underserved populations and address demonstrated community demands.

NOTE: Prior to submitting an application or verifying eligibility, please contact the program officer.
Ruby K. Worner Trust
The Ruby Worner Trust focuses on the geographic location of Peoria, IL.

Eligibility

Does your organization have the necessary public charity status (tax-exempt under 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code)?

What Ruby K Worner Charitable Trust actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2026

Grants in 2026
4
Total given
$139K
Median grant
$38K
Range
$10K–$54K
  • By dollars: Illinois 46%, Louisiana 36%, District of Columbia 18%. Top recipient cities: Peoria, IL; New Orleans, LA; Washington, DC.

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  • New Orleans Museum of Art · New Orleans, LA

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  • Grameen Foundation · Washington, DC

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  • Sun Fdn for the Advancement · Washburn, IL

    $10K

IRS Form 990-PF, 2026. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Community services
  • Social services

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