Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 872435825 · Private foundation
Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth is a Illinois-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $1.3M in giving and $18.7M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 21 grants for Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth funds
Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth's giving carries a documented focus on food & agriculture, health care, higher education.
Populations it has supported include veterans.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard College GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Boston, MA | $120K | 2024 |
| Harvard Medical School GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Boston, MA | $120K | 2024 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Chicago, IL | $100K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth
Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth
- Does Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth accept grant applications?
- Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth fund?
- Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth's grants focus on food & agriculture. Example recipients include Harvard College, Harvard Medical School, Lincoln Park Zoo. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth give in grants?
- Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $1.3M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $1.2M over 21 grants.
- Where is Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth located?
- Walter Lee Barker and Betty Ruth is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 872435825.
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