Wyman R Coulter Trust
Accepts applications
Wyman R Coulter Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $109,930 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $4,340 and the largest $38,618. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$109,930
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$4,340
- Largest grant$38,618
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was down from $118,000 the year before.
15% 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 | $108,000 | 14 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $118,000 | 14 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $109,930 | 13 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Wyman R Coulter Trust Co Distributi 1000 Third Street PO Box 55, Orion, IL 61273 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (309) 526-3374 |
| Restrictions | Awards shall not benefit any natural person nor any organization which is not tax exempt under section 170(c), section 501(c)(3), or other section of the internal revenue code. |
What Wyman R Coulter Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 13 | $109,930 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orion School District | Charitable support | $38,618 |
| Village of Orion | Charitable support | $21,930 |
| Western District Library | Basement waterproofing | $10,000 |
| Village of Andover | 190th anniversary celebration | $6,000 |
| Main Street Orion | Facade improvement | $5,000 |
| Western Township Cemetery | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Osco Fire Protection District | Boots | $4,340 |
| Orion Methodist Church | Doors & signs | $4,042 |
| Orion Fire Protection District | Charitable support | $4,000 |
| Osco Community Church | Roof top hvac unit | $4,000 |
| Orion Food Pantry | Weekend meals program | $3,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Heartland | Orion school program | $2,000 |
| TLC Preschool | Furniture for class | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Midland Trust Company
- Timothy Moen
- Jerald L Meyer
- Matt Bollinger
Questions people ask
Does Wyman R Coulter Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Wyman R Coulter Trust give?
$109,930 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $4,340.
Who runs Wyman R Coulter Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Midland Trust Company (Trustee), Timothy Moen (Dist. Committee), Jerald L Meyer (Dist. Committee) and Matt Bollinger (Dist. Committee).
What does Wyman R Coulter Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.