Leo Sellmeyer Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Leo Sellmeyer Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Jonesboro, Arkansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $37,850 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $7,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$37,850
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$967,291
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $27,800 the year before.
26% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $29,250 | 13 | $627,708 |
| 2023 | $27,800 | 17 | $817,397 |
| 2024 | $37,850 | 19 | $967,291 |
How to apply
Leo Sellmeyer Charitable Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Leo Sellmeyer Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 15 | $26,850 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $9,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas | Education | $7,000 |
| Blessed Sacrament School | Education | $5,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Children | $5,000 |
| St Judes Hospital | Medical | $4,500 |
| Blessed Sacrament Church | Religion | $4,000 |
| Ag for Autism | Medical | $3,000 |
| Arkansas Seed Dealers Association | Education | $2,000 |
| Valley View School | Education | $1,750 |
| Knobel Fire Department | Fire prevent | $1,000 |
| Knobel Cemetery Fund | Cemetery | $1,000 |
| CMV Foundation | Children | $1,000 |
| Ar State Scholarship Fund | Education | $500 |
| Bethlehem Ministry Inc | Civic | $500 |
| Craighead Co Rep Commt | Civic | $500 |
| Blue Moon Cat Sanctuary | Animals | $500 |
| Swifton First Assembly | Education | $200 |
| Girl Scouts of America | Civic | $200 |
| Westside School | Education | $100 |
| Kiwanis Club of Jonesboro | Civic | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- James M Eaton
- Liz Teufel
Questions people ask
Does Leo Sellmeyer Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leo Sellmeyer Charitable Trust give?
$37,850 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Leo Sellmeyer Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists James M Eaton (Trustee) and Liz Teufel (Trustee).
What does Leo Sellmeyer Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.