Ladies Education Society
Accepts applications
Ladies Education Society is a private foundation in Jacksonville, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $44,386 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $6,129 and the largest $9,996. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$44,386
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$6,129
- Largest grant$9,996
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $39,985 the year before.
14% 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 | $40,259 | 13 | $919,937 |
| 2024 | $39,985 | 9 | $972,813 |
| 2025 | $44,386 | 7 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Adah L Coultas 1313 Mound, Jacksonville, IL 62650 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (217) 245-6603 |
| Deadlines | April 15th of each year |
| Restrictions | Must show need as evidence by application form |
What Ladies Education Society funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 5 | $35,390 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,367 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,629 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois College | Scholarship for Justine Agsalda, Marilyn Dichsen, and Emily Maul | $9,996 |
| Southern Illinois University | Scholarship for Clair McGuire, Katelyn Keller, and Lillian McEvers | $9,865 |
| University of Illinois | Scholarship for Amber Alvarado and Morgan Fanning | $7,400 |
| Illinois State University | Scholarship for Bella Evans and Lexi Baker | $6,129 |
| Lewis and Clark College | Scholarship for Sophie Homolka | $5,367 |
| American College of Education | Scholarship for Tracy Thrasher | $3,629 |
| Judson University | Scholarship for Faith Embly | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- CNB Bank & Trust NA
Questions people ask
Does Ladies Education Society accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 15th of each year.
How much does Ladies Education Society give?
$44,386 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $6,129.
Who runs Ladies Education Society?
Its 2025 filing lists CNB Bank & Trust NA (Agent).
What does Ladies Education Society fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.