Betz-Holmes Trust
Preselected recipients only
Betz-Holmes Trust is a private foundation in Argenta, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,949 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,575 and the largest $14,725. 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$30,949
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,575
- Largest grant$14,725
- Assets$630,595
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $34,492 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 | $41,377 | 7 | $684,764 |
| 2024 | $34,492 | 7 | $649,914 |
| 2025 | $30,949 | 9 | $630,595 |
How to apply
Betz-Holmes 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 Betz-Holmes Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $30,950 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Argenta-Oreana Public Library | General operating purposes | $14,725 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $1,575 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $1,575 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $1,575 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $1,500 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerber State Bank
Questions people ask
Does Betz-Holmes Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Betz-Holmes Trust give?
$30,949 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,575.
Who runs Betz-Holmes Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Gerber State Bank (Trustee).
What does Betz-Holmes Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.