George And Cindy Rusu Family Found
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of charitable causes. Its mission focuses on youth development, health care access, food security, and assistance for military veterans and their families. The foundation funds initiatives that aim to provide healthcare to those in need, support local charities, and break the cycle of violence. It also emphasizes community service and education, contributing to programs that empower youth and assist vulnerable populations. The foundation's activities are primarily concentrated in Illinois, with additional support extending to organizations in other states.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Organizations with demonstrated impact in youth development, food security, health, or veterans’ services—especially those with operations or strong partnerships in Illinois—and the capacity to manage mid-to-large grants, typically introduced through existing relationships or referrals.
Good Fit
- • Programs serving Illinois communities or measurable Illinois impact.
- • Work in youth development, food banks/food security, health charities, or veterans’ services.
- • Capacity to manage six-figure grants and audited financials.
- • Existing relationships or personal introductions to trustees, officers, or prior grantees.
- • Track record of delivering recognizable local or regional impact.
Geography
Observed grants in 2023 reached recipients in eight states, showing a multi-state footprint, but roughly two-thirds of grant dollars were directed to Illinois, indicating a clear regional concentration.
Recipient Variety
In the latest year the foundation funded 21 distinct organizations and added 13 new recipients, and across two years it funded two dozen different nonprofits, so the observed recipient set is broad despite dollar concentration among a few large awards.
New Applicants
The foundation explicitly designates funding as preselected/invite-only and no public submission route or contact details were found; although many new grantees appeared in 2023, entry appears dependent on invitation or referral rather than an open application process.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
