Becker Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Becker Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Dubuque, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$63,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $40,000 | 3 | $797,163 |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 4 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $63,000 | 8 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Becker Family 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.
What Becker Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $35,000 |
| Iowa | 4 | $18,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Little Heroes League | Support children born with significant medical complications | $30,000 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools | Support education | $10,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | Hospital that does research on cancer | $5,000 |
| Dubuque Food Pantry | Food pantry. | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Support for families with children in the hospital. | $5,000 |
| Northwestern University | Support of Northwestern Dance Marathon that helps public charities | $5,000 |
| Crescent Community Health Center | Healthcare for the poor. | $2,000 |
| Community Solutions of Eastern Iowa | Support for the homeless. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Becker
- Amy Becker
Questions people ask
Does Becker Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Becker Family Charitable Trust give?
$63,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Becker Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists David Becker (Trustee) and Amy Becker (Trustee).
What does Becker Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.