Transformation Trust Inc
Preselected recipients only
Transformation Trust Inc is a private foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $70,000 and the largest $256,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$70,000
- Largest grant$256,000
- Assets$27.7 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
46% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 19 | $27.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 13 | $27.7 million |
How to apply
Transformation Trust 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 Transformation Trust Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $471,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $270,000 |
| Indiana | 5 | $215,000 |
| New York | 2 | $151,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Institute of Heartmath | Website upgrade, design | $256,000 |
| Institute of Bioenergetics Inc | Mastering the matrix documentary | $200,000 |
| Protection of the Educational Rights of Kids | General operations for educational purposes | $200,000 |
| Give to Give Foundation | Documentary | $136,000 |
| Indiana State Symphony Society Inc DBA Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | Metropolitan youth orchestra - building human potential | $100,000 |
| Institute of Natural Law Inc | Experiential learning platform | $100,000 |
| Institute of Bioenergetics Inc | Annual conference | $70,000 |
| 500 Festival Foundation | Expanding access to nutritional information for indiana schools - kidsfit program | $40,000 |
| Dress for Success Indianapolis Inc | General operations | $30,000 |
| Y12 Inc | General operations | $25,000 |
| Indianapolis Art Center | General operations | $20,000 |
| Give to Give Foundation | Veterans programs | $15,000 |
| Positive Action Community Theatre (Pact) | Performing arts for autism | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sheila Klink
- Elizabeth Hamilton
- Jeanne Paquette
Questions people ask
Does Transformation Trust Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Transformation Trust Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $70,000.
Who runs Transformation Trust Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Sheila Klink (Board Member), Elizabeth Hamilton (Board Member) and Jeanne Paquette (Board Member).
What does Transformation Trust Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.