F William Beckwith Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
F William Beckwith Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Ames, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $270,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $55,000 and the largest $110,000. 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$270,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$55,000
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $357,000 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 | $250,000 | 3 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $357,000 | 4 | $6.7 million |
| 2025 | $270,000 | 4 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
F William Beckwith Charitable Foundation 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 F William Beckwith Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 4 | $270,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blank Children's Hospital | Charitable purposes | $110,000 |
| Chris Norton Foundation | Charitable purposes | $60,000 |
| Camp Courageous | Charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Iowa Grocers Education Foundation | Charitable purposes | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul James Beckwith
- Mary Kristine Moore
- Paula Sue Beckwith
Questions people ask
Does F William Beckwith Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does F William Beckwith Charitable Foundation give?
$270,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $55,000.
Who runs F William Beckwith Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul James Beckwith (Pres & Sec), Mary Kristine Moore (Vice President) and Paula Sue Beckwith (Treasurer).
What does F William Beckwith Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.