Getsch Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Getsch Charitable Trust is a private foundation in North Oaks, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $165,000 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $18,000. 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$165,000
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $138,800 the year before.
23% 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 | $124,620 | 33 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $138,800 | 36 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $165,000 | 39 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Getsch 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 Getsch Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Minnesota. It also paid $2,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 15 | $87,000 |
| Wisconsin | 5 | $33,250 |
| Florida | 4 | $10,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $6,250 |
| Washington | 1 | $6,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $3,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tandem Family Resources | Roof Replacement | $18,000 |
| Tutapona | Where needed most | $16,250 |
| Haiti Outreach | General Fund | $14,000 |
| The Dwelling Place | Building fund | $10,000 |
| Youth Frontiers | General Fund | $10,000 |
| Options for Women | Where needed most | $8,000 |
| Presbyterian Homes Foundation | Benevolence Fund | $8,000 |
| DC Everest Area School District | Donation for Low Income Families/food | $6,500 |
| Life Spring | Ministry Needs | $6,000 |
| The Society of GK Chesterton | General Fund | $6,000 |
| Faith & Learning Intl | Ministry Needs | $5,000 |
| Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls | Where needed most | $5,000 |
| Make Old Things New | Where Needed Most | $4,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | Ministry Needs | $4,000 |
| Answers in Genesis | General Fund | $3,000 |
| Bosko Foundation | Research & Education | $3,000 |
| Institute for Creation Research | General Fund | $3,000 |
| Young Life - Minneapolis | Where Needed Most | $3,000 |
| Chesterton Academy | General Fund | $2,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship | Where needed most | $2,000 |
| Ecumen | Instruments & Equipment | $2,000 |
| First Presbyterian of Bonita Springs | General Fund | $2,000 |
| Frontiers | Ministry Needs | $2,000 |
| Hospitality House Youth Development | General Fund | $2,000 |
| Surpassing Grace | Ministry Needs | $2,000 |
| Village Ministries International | Ministry Needs | $2,000 |
| Voyageur Foundation | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Cafe of Life Bonita Springs | General Fund | $1,500 |
| Greater Europe Mission | Ministry Needs | $1,500 |
| The New Horizons Foundation | Ministry Needs | $1,500 |
| Five Loaves | Capital Campaign | $1,250 |
| Iafr | Ministry Needs | $1,250 |
| The Salvation Army - Grace Place | Where needed most | $1,250 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Ministry Needs | $1,000 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | Wheelchairs | $1,000 |
| Homeboy Industries | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Mount Olivet Lutheran Church | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Revive our Hearts | Radio Ministry | $1,000 |
| Sanctuary Homes | Ministry Needs | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Heidi Carls
- Deborah Haag
- Edward W Getsch
- John H Getsch
- Dianne H Getsch
- Marilyn R Getsch
- Amy Jo Getsch
- Naomi Bird
Questions people ask
Does Getsch Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Getsch Charitable Trust give?
$165,000 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Getsch Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Heidi Carls (Executive Director and President), Deborah Haag (Treasurer), Edward W Getsch (Trustee) and John H Getsch (Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Getsch Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.