Meyer Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Meyer Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Hutchinson, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $41,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $7,500. 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$41,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was down from $51,750 the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,750 | 26 | $997,389 |
| 2024 | $51,750 | 29 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $41,000 | 26 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Meyer 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 Meyer Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 18 | $24,500 |
| Minnesota | 4 | $11,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Area Community Foundation | Unrestricted program support | $7,500 |
| United Way of Reno County | Unrestricted program support | $7,500 |
| Napili Kai Foundation | Unrestricted program support | $3,000 |
| Reno County Historical Society | Unrestricted program support | $3,000 |
| Food Bank of Reno County | Unrestricted program support | $2,500 |
| Legacy of the Lakes Museum and Gardens | Unrestricted program support | $2,500 |
| Fox Theatre | Unrestricted program support | $1,500 |
| Buhler Educational Foundation | Unrestricted program support | $1,000 |
| Cancer Council of Reno County | Unrestricted program support | $1,000 |
| Hospice and Homecare of Reno County | Unrestricted program support | $1,000 |
| Hutchinson Community Foundation | Unrestricted program support | $1,000 |
| Manhattan Beach Educational Foundation | Unrestricted program support | $1,000 |
| Mary Magdalene House | Unrestricted program support | $1,000 |
| Trinity United Methodist Church | Circles of hope & salthawk community support | $1,000 |
| USC Physical Theraphy | Unrestricted program support | $1,000 |
| Alexandria Dollars for Scholars | Unrestricted program support | $500 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Unrestricted program support | $500 |
| Brighthouse | Unrestricted program support | $500 |
| Christian Soup Ministry | Unrestricted program support | $500 |
| Hutchinson Art Association Inc | Unrestricted program support | $500 |
| Interfaith Housing Services Inc | Unrestricted program support | $500 |
| Salthawk Community Support | Salthawk community support | $500 |
| Salvation Army of Reno County | Unrestricted program support | $500 |
| Stage 9 | Unrestricted program support | $500 |
| The Greater Boston Food Bank | Unrestricted program support | $500 |
| Theatre Le Homme Dieu | Unrestricted program support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Phyllis Ann Meyer
Questions people ask
Does Meyer Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Meyer Charitable Trust give?
$41,000 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Meyer Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Phyllis Ann Meyer (Trustee).
What does Meyer Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and human services.