Also known as: Ruffin-Smith Foundation
Based on their 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 450521059) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
Compiled from public IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation.
In its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing, Lynne Ruffin-Smith Charitable Foundation reported 16 grants totaling $772,500 to 16 organizations across 4 states and territories, most often for general operating support. Its largest reported grant was $310,000 to The Lou Ruvo Brain Institute Larry Ruvo Chairman.
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| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| The Lou Ruvo Brain Institute Larry Ruvo Chairman | Las Vegas, NV | $310,000 |
| St Rose Dominican Health Foundation | Henderson, NV | $97,500 |
| CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF SOUTHERN NEVADA c/o Sara Meyer VP of Development | Las Vegas, NV | $75,000 |
| Wichita Art Museum Kourtney Carson Director of Development | Wichita, KS | $55,000 |
| DAV Charitable Service Trust | Erlanger, KY | $35,000 |
| Make-a-Wish Foundation of Southern Nevad | Las Vegas, NV | $35,000 |
| THE SHADE TREE INCORPORATED Tiffany Qualls Director | North Las Vegas, NV | $35,000 |
| Keck Medicine of USC Attn Kadee McCorkle | Los Angeles, CA | $20,000 |
| Music Theater Wichita Carter Tholl Development Manager | Wichita, KS | $20,000 |
| Southern Nevada Law Enforcement Memorial Attn Lisa Waller President | Las Vegas, NV | $20,000 |
| VEGAS PBS Kathleen Frantz Major Gifts | Las Vegas, NV | $20,000 |
| Bishop Gorman High School Ms Bridget Michlik Dir of Advancement | Las Vegas, NV | $10,000 |
| Core Academy AttnJeff Jones Executive Director | Las Vegas, NV | $10,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada c/o Liz OrtenburgerCEO | Las Vegas, NV | $10,000 |
| NATHAN ADELSON HOSPICE FOUNDATION Stephanie Forbes Mngr | Las Vegas, NV | $10,000 |
| Olympia Companies Southern Highlands Cha ritable Foundation | Las Vegas, NV | $10,000 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024 — Part XV (grants paid). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
