Beryl O and Wilma Sime Roundy Charitable
Preselected recipients only
Beryl O and Wilma Sime Roundy Charitable is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $557,267 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $55,727 and the largest $151,535. 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$557,267
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$55,727
- Largest grant$151,535
- Assets$14.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $507,989 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 | $518,994 | 9 | $12.1 million |
| 2024 | $507,989 | 9 | $12.7 million |
| 2025 | $557,267 | 9 | $14.2 million |
How to apply
Beryl O and Wilma Sime Roundy Charitable 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 Beryl O and Wilma Sime Roundy Charitable funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 8 | $513,759 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $43,508 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Columbus Junction | General support | $151,535 |
| Columbus Community High School | General support | $93,869 |
| Columbus Junction United Methodist | General support | $74,798 |
| Columbus Community School District | General support | $73,310 |
| Columbus Junction Library | General support | $55,727 |
| Columbus City United Methodist Church | General support | $43,508 |
| Columbus Community Senior Center | General support | $40,082 |
| Columbus Junction Presbyterian Church | General support | $12,219 |
| St Joseph Church | General support | $12,219 |
Officers and trustees
- Northern Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Beryl O and Wilma Sime Roundy Charitable accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Beryl O and Wilma Sime Roundy Charitable give?
$557,267 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $55,727.
Who runs Beryl O and Wilma Sime Roundy Charitable?
Its 2025 filing lists Northern Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Beryl O and Wilma Sime Roundy Charitable fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.