Edward C Hegeler Trust Fund
Preselected recipients only
Edward C Hegeler Trust Fund is a private foundation in Peru, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $140,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$140,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$282,675
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $103,130 the year before.
60% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $103,130 | 4 | $379,152 |
| 2024 | $140,000 | 5 | $282,675 |
How to apply
Edward C Hegeler Trust Fund 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $120,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hegeler Carus Foundation | General operations | $50,000 |
| The Parliament of the World's Religions | General operations | $50,000 |
| Auditory Neuroscience Lab | General operations | $20,000 |
| American Council of Trustees and Alumni | General operations | $15,000 |
| Educators Writing Assoc | General operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- M Blouke Carus
- Andrew W Carus
- Gerald Curran
- Barry Smith
- Daved R Steele
Questions people ask
Does Edward C Hegeler Trust Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward C Hegeler Trust Fund give?
$140,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Edward C Hegeler Trust Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists M Blouke Carus (Chairman), Andrew W Carus (Trustee), Gerald Curran (Trustee) and Barry Smith (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.