Beckmoore Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Beckmoore Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $333,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $92,000. 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$333,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$92,000
- Assets$5,751
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $212,832 the year before.
31% 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 | $162,000 | 13 | $107,832 |
| 2024 | $212,832 | 16 | $101,716 |
| 2025 | $333,000 | 16 | $5,751 |
How to apply
Beckmoore Foundation Inc 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 Beckmoore Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 12 | $238,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $30,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Second Presbyterian Church | General fund | $92,000 |
| Indianapolis Ballet Inc | General fund | $50,000 |
| Tumaini Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| Indianapolis Zoo (Indianapolis Zoological Society Inc) | General fund | $35,000 |
| State University of Iowa Foundation | General fund | $30,000 |
| Community Health Network Inc | General fund | $23,000 |
| Dance Kaleidoscope Inc | General fund | $13,500 |
| Meals on Wheels of Hamiliton County | General fund | $10,000 |
| Usga Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Global Health System Foundation Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Walsh College of Accountancy & Business Adminstration | General fund | $5,000 |
| Indinapolis Chamber Orchestra | General fund | $4,500 |
| American Pianists Association Inc | General fund | $2,000 |
| Crossroads of America Council Boy Scouts of America Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Indyhumane (Humane Society of Indianapolis) | General fund | $1,000 |
| Amigos the Richmond Latino Center Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Moore
- Mary Beckwith
- Aaron Moore
- P Sue Beckwith
- William Sando
Questions people ask
Does Beckmoore Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Beckmoore Foundation Inc give?
$333,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Beckmoore Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists David Moore (President), Mary Beckwith (Treasurer), Aaron Moore (Secretary) and P Sue Beckwith (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Beckmoore Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, animals and education.