Wo and Lois Newell Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Wo and Lois Newell Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Somerset, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $809,160 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $40,458 and the largest $202,290. 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$809,160
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$40,458
- Largest grant$202,290
- Assets$18.2 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $748,367 the year before.
8% 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 | $765,380 | 13 | $16.1 million |
| 2024 | $748,367 | 13 | $16.7 million |
| 2025 | $809,160 | 13 | $18.2 million |
How to apply
Wo and Lois Newell 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 Wo and Lois Newell Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 13 | $809,160 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grace Baptist Church | Per donee's general purpose | $202,290 |
| Clear Creek Baptist Bible College | Per donee's general purpose | $80,916 |
| Oneida Baptist Institute | Per donee's general purpose | $80,916 |
| Sunrise Children's Services | Per donee's general purpose | $80,916 |
| University of the Cumberlands | Per donee's general purpose | $80,916 |
| University of Kentucky | Per donee's general purpose | $56,641 |
| Berea College | Per donee's general purpose | $40,458 |
| Masonic Home of Louisville | Per donee's general purpose | $40,458 |
| Somerset Community College | Per donee's general purpose | $40,458 |
| Individual | Per donee's general purpose | $40,458 |
| First Baptist Church of Bronston | Per donee's general purpose | $24,275 |
| Tateville Baptist Church | Per donee's general purpose | $24,275 |
| Burnside Masonic Lodge | Per donee's general purpose | $16,183 |
Officers and trustees
- Cumberland Security Bank
Questions people ask
Does Wo and Lois Newell Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wo and Lois Newell Charitable Trust give?
$809,160 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $40,458.
Who runs Wo and Lois Newell Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Cumberland Security Bank (Trustee).
What does Wo and Lois Newell Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.