Bertha Morere Trust
Preselected recipients only
Bertha Morere Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,364 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,894 and the largest $5,894. 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$35,364
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,894
- Largest grant$5,894
- Assets$900,247
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $32,418 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $31,133 | 6 | $783,170 |
| 2024 | $32,418 | 6 | $833,910 |
| 2025 | $35,364 | 6 | $900,247 |
How to apply
Bertha Morere 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 Bertha Morere Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $5,894 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,894 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,894 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,894 |
| New York | 1 | $5,894 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,894 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The First Church of Christ Scientist | General | $5,894 |
| Domestic & Foreign Missionary Soc of the Protestant Episcopal Church | General | $5,894 |
| Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Synod Attn Paul Geidel | General | $5,894 |
| Presbyterian Church USA Fdn Attn Outside Trust | General | $5,894 |
| Roman Catholic Church | General | $5,894 |
| Southern Baptist Convention | General | $5,894 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Bertha Morere Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bertha Morere Trust give?
$35,364 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,894.
Who runs Bertha Morere Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).
What does Bertha Morere Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.