John Ullrich Foundation Trust Busey Trust
Preselected recipients only
John Ullrich Foundation Trust Busey Trust is a private foundation in Decatur, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 40 grants; the typical grant was $21,475 and the largest $150,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$21,475
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$24.3 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 | $1.2 million | 36 | $26.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 39 | $26.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 40 | $24.3 million |
How to apply
John Ullrich Foundation Trust Busey 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 John Ullrich Foundation Trust Busey Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 40 | $1.3 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Land Community Colle | General charitable | $150,000 |
| Richland Community Colleg | General charitable | $130,000 |
| Millikin University | General charitable | $115,000 |
| Illinois Amish Heritage Center | General charitable | $75,000 |
| The Baby Fold | General charitable | $75,000 |
| United Way of Decatur and Mid-Illin | General charitable | $64,000 |
| Willow Tree Missions | General charitable | $59,000 |
| Decatur Family YMCA | General charitable | $57,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Decatur | General charitable | $40,000 |
| Friends of the Lincoln Square Theat | General charitable | $40,000 |
| Little Theatre on the Square | General charitable | $40,000 |
| Humane Society of Decatur & Macon | General charitable | $35,000 |
| Macon Resources | General charitable | $33,750 |
| HSHS St John's Hospital | General charitable | $26,195 |
| Baby Talk | General charitable | $25,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General charitable | $25,000 |
| Decatur Public Schools Foundation | General charitable | $25,000 |
| HSHS St Mary's Foundation | General charitable | $25,000 |
| Children's Museum of Illinois | General charitable | $21,637 |
| Girl Scouts of Central Illinois | General charitable | $21,500 |
| Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center | General charitable | $21,450 |
| Pawprint Ministries | General charitable | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army | General charitable | $20,000 |
| Boys Scouts of America | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Decatur Cares Rescue Ministries | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Decatur Parks Foundation | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Energy Assistance Foundation | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Mt Zion Il Ceo Program | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Decatur Area Arts Council | General charitable | $11,000 |
| Encore Developmental Services | General charitable | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | General charitable | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics of Illinois | General charitable | $10,000 |
| God's Shelter of Love | General charitable | $9,600 |
| Midwest Sight Foundation | General charitable | $7,500 |
| Beautify Decatur Coalition | General charitable | $7,000 |
| Shemilah Community Outreach Center | General charitable | $7,000 |
| Educ Center for the Visually Impair | General charitable | $5,470 |
| Sunshine Supplies for Teachers | General charitable | $5,000 |
| The Inc Spot | General charitable | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General charitable | $1,619 |
Officers and trustees
- Busey Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does John Ullrich Foundation Trust Busey Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Ullrich Foundation Trust Busey Trust give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $21,475.
Who runs John Ullrich Foundation Trust Busey Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Busey Trust Company (Trustee).
What does John Ullrich Foundation Trust Busey Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.