The Beverly Perry Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Beverly Perry Foundation is a private foundation in Johnston, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,310 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $38,250. 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$84,310
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$38,250
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $71,350 the year before.
70% 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 | $109,250 | 7 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $71,350 | 6 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $84,310 | 10 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Beverly Perry 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 The Beverly Perry Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 3 | $62,710 |
| New York | 5 | $16,600 |
| California | 1 | $4,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blank Children's Hospital | General operating budget | $38,250 |
| Variety - the Children's Charity of Iowa (The Variety Club of Iowa) | General operating budget | $15,000 |
| Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy | General operating budget | $10,000 |
| Blank Park Zoo | General operating budget | $9,460 |
| God's Love We Deliver | General operating budget | $5,000 |
| The Distractors | General operating budget | $4,000 |
| B'nai B'rith Youth Organization | General operating budget | $1,000 |
| Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | General operating budget | $1,000 |
| US Without Borders | General operating budget | $400 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | General operating budget | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Beverly Blank Perry
- Noreen L Christians
- John G Crotty
- Bfo Inc
Questions people ask
Does The Beverly Perry Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Beverly Perry Foundation give?
$84,310 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs The Beverly Perry Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Beverly Blank Perry (President/Vice Pres/Sec), Noreen L Christians (Treasurer), John G Crotty (Director) and Bfo Inc (See Statement).
What does The Beverly Perry Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.