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Continuing her early-life interest Ruth became a world traveler and also a contributor to charitable and other non-profit causes. She gave generously to the City of Hastings. Hastings Public Schools, St Elizabeth's Medical Center in Wabasha. and many others. Ruth was an enthusiastic golfer and retained her Country Club membership until age 90. She served on the board of directors of the First State Bank of Wabash a until her death. "Ruth was a good person to have on our Board," stated John Doftlng, Ruth's nephew and President of the bank. "She knew the people of Wabasha and had a great interest in seeing the community and our residents prosper" She also was a voracious reader, enjoyed crossword puzzles, knitting, and tennis, as well as golf. Ruth always said her growing up years were comfortable but not affluent. Jeff Carlson. her long time financial advisor said. She said they taught her to be careful with money. to value education. to work (and play) hard, to plan welL and to be self-sufficient. "The establishment of this fund was a direct outgrovvth of Ruth's lifelong interest in people and their betterment and in the communities of Hastings and Wabasha." Carlson said. "She was a wonderful friend and counselor to many people." he said. "She believed strongly in the philosophy that it is better to create opportunities for people than to give handouts and her wish was that the grants from this fund reflect that philosophy." Carlson said. The Minnesota Center for Philanthropy is a non-protit organization established to promote philanthropy by providing effective, efficient and flexible means for individuals to carry out their charitable objectives. The Center encourages charitable giving by educating potential donors about the benefits and rewards of philanthropy, provides useful information about various techniques for charitable giving and facilitates donors in their quest to fulfill their philanthropic objectives. The Minnesota Center for Philanthropy will form an advisory committee in Hastings and Wabasha to determine grant recipients.