Chester P Luick Memorial Trust
Accepts applications
Chester P Luick Memorial Trust is a private foundation in Belmond, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $117,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$117,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $204,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $154,800 | 2 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $204,000 | 5 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $117,000 | 5 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Chester P Luick Memorial Trust PO Box 39, Belmond, IA 50421 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (641) 444-3226 |
| What to submit | No specific form required however all supporting data should be included. |
| Restrictions | Grants are limited by the governing instrument for the benefit of inhabitants of the city of belmond and the surrounding community. |
What Chester P Luick Memorial Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 5 | $117,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Belmond Community Hospital Found | Pledge 2/3 | $50,000 |
| Belmond Area Arts Council | Iowa river players | $30,000 |
| Build A Better Belmond | Upscale the trail 2/3 | $25,000 |
| Belmond Area Arts Council | Roof project | $8,000 |
| Belmond Historical Society | Shadow box displays | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bradley W Robson
- Gary L Berkland
- Terri Havens
Questions people ask
Does Chester P Luick Memorial Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Chester P Luick Memorial Trust give?
$117,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Chester P Luick Memorial Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bradley W Robson (Trustee), Gary L Berkland (Trustee) and Terri Havens (Trustee/Dire).
What does Chester P Luick Memorial Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and arts and culture.