B D Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
B D Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Newton, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $145,375 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $77,425. 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$145,375
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$77,425
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $85,525 the year before.
64% of its 2025 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 | $258,304 | 11 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $85,525 | 13 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $145,375 | 13 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
B D Charitable Trust 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 11 | $138,175 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $4,700 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Isf-Blue Ribbon Foundation | Community support | $77,425 |
| Jasper Community Foundation | Community support | $25,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Community support | $7,500 |
| Central College | Supporting the advancement of students | $5,000 |
| Newton Development Corp | Community support | $5,000 |
| Open Arms Jasper County | Community support | $5,000 |
| Project Awake | Community support | $5,000 |
| Individual | $4,700 | |
| Individual | Support for persons with disabilities | $3,000 |
| Rotary International | Community support | $2,500 |
| Newton Community Theater | Community support | $2,000 |
| Izaak Walton League | Community support | $2,000 |
| Jasper County RSVP | Community support | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Bret Doerring
Questions people ask
Does B D Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does B D Charitable Trust give?
$145,375 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs B D Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bret Doerring (Trustee).