Betty Purnell Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Betty Purnell Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Maryville, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $94,685 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,197 and the largest $33,846. 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$94,685
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,197
- Largest grant$33,846
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $63,832 the year before.
31% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $63,832 | 12 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $94,685 | 13 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Betty Purnell 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 Betty Purnell Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $44,043 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $11,769 |
| New York | 1 | $10,154 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $8,900 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,384 |
| Maryland | 2 | $1,774 |
| Georgia | 1 | $887 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $887 |
| Texas | 1 | $887 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Worship Center | For fellowship | $33,846 |
| Dayspring Pantry | For support for the community | $11,769 |
| Smile Train | To support safe & quality cleft care | $10,154 |
| Stand by Me Inc | For youth support | $10,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ Internat | For fellowship | $8,900 |
| New Life Evangelistic Center | For assitance to the homeless | $5,384 |
| Copper Creek Christian Chruch | For fellowship | $5,197 |
| Lifepoint Church | For fellowship | $5,000 |
| Boys Town | For assistance to the homeless | $887 |
| American Heart Association | For research | $887 |
| American Cancer Society | For research & patient support | $887 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | For research | $887 |
| Disabled Veterans National Foundati | For assistance to disabled veterans | $887 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy Broihier
Questions people ask
Does Betty Purnell Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Betty Purnell Charitable Trust give?
$94,685 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,197.
Who runs Betty Purnell Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Timothy Broihier (Officer).
What does Betty Purnell Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and housing and homelessness.