Paul S & Maryellen Beckwith Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Paul S & Maryellen Beckwith Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Johnston, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $2,500. 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$5,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$268,366
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $5,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $7,500 | 2 | $194,613 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $223,542 |
| 2025 | $5,000 | 2 | $268,366 |
How to apply
Paul S & Maryellen 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 Paul S & Maryellen Beckwith Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 2 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The YMCA of Greater Des Moines | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| All Aboard for Kids | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Reynolds Cramer
- Jason P Wiltse
- Scott Beckwith
- Paula Sue Beckwith
Questions people ask
Does Paul S & Maryellen Beckwith Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paul S & Maryellen Beckwith Charitable Foundation give?
$5,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Paul S & Maryellen Beckwith Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Reynolds Cramer (President), Jason P Wiltse (Treasurer), Scott Beckwith (Director) and Paula Sue Beckwith (Director).
What does Paul S & Maryellen Beckwith Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.