Violet Norton Educational Trust Fund
Preselected recipients only
Violet Norton Educational Trust Fund is a private foundation in Smith Center, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,716 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $45,358 and the largest $56,288. 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$90,716
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$45,358
- Largest grant$56,288
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,187 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $67,836 | 2 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $77,187 | 2 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $90,716 | 2 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Violet Norton Educational Trust Fund 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 2 | $90,716 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Usd 237 | Equipment | $56,288 |
| Usd 110 | Equipment | $34,428 |
Officers and trustees
- John Terrill
- Mike Isom
- Jerry Blank
- The Peoples Bank
Questions people ask
Does Violet Norton Educational Trust Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Violet Norton Educational Trust Fund give?
$90,716 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $45,358.
Who runs Violet Norton Educational Trust Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists John Terrill (Board Member), Mike Isom (Board Member), Jerry Blank (Board Member) and The Peoples Bank (Trustee).