Eagle Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Eagle Charitable Trust is a private foundation in San Luis Obispo, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,744 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $6,448 and the largest $29,700. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$71,744
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$6,448
- Largest grant$29,700
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $76,423 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,021 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $76,423 | 7 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $71,744 | 9 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Eagle 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 Eagle Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $49,441 |
| Colorado | 1 | $8,355 |
| Florida | 1 | $7,200 |
| Georgia | 1 | $6,448 |
| Missouri | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Maurer Ministries | Further the gospel of jesus christ | $29,700 |
| Slo City Church | Further the gospel of jesus christ | $11,041 |
| Compassion International | General funding | $8,355 |
| Cru | Further the gospel of jesus christ | $7,200 |
| Hope Heals | General funding | $6,448 |
| Gordon Grant Ministries | Further the gospel of jesus christ | $4,200 |
| Velvet Noses Horse Ministry | General funding | $3,500 |
| Presbytery of Santa Barbara - Front Porch Campus Ministry Slo | General funding | $1,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General funding | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- David Bowin
- Drex Baker
- Jeff Roy
Questions people ask
Does Eagle Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eagle Charitable Trust give?
$71,744 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $6,448.
Who runs Eagle Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists David Bowin (Trustee), Drex Baker (Trustee) and Jeff Roy (Trustee).
What does Eagle Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.