Ralph C Norman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ralph C Norman Foundation is a private foundation in Galva, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$110,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $138,406 the year before.
20% 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 | $91,500 | 13 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $138,406 | 16 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $110,500 | 10 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Ralph C Norman Foundation 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 Ralph C Norman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $110,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Williamsfield Sanitary District | Sewer Work | $60,000 |
| Williamsfield Historical Society | HistoricalPreservation | $20,000 |
| Williamsfield FFA Alumni & Friends | Ag Days | $10,000 |
| Williamsfield Unit School #210 | Scholarship &Education | $7,000 |
| Williamsfield United Meth Ch | Mission Work | $5,000 |
| Dahinda United Meth Church | Mission Work | $5,000 |
| Williamsfield FFA | Education | $1,500 |
| Illinois Foundation FFA | Education | $1,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Friends of ScoutingCampaign | $500 |
| Williamsfield Comm District 210 | Pat | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael E Massie
- Janet Collopy
- Brenda Dexter
Questions people ask
Does Ralph C Norman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ralph C Norman Foundation give?
$110,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ralph C Norman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael E Massie (President), Janet Collopy (Sec/Treas) and Brenda Dexter (Director).
What does Ralph C Norman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.