Harry and Helena Messick Charitable Tr
Preselected recipients only
Harry and Helena Messick Charitable Tr is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $195,051 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $4,900 and the largest $23,510. 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$195,051
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$4,900
- Largest grant$23,510
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $179,436 the year before.
54% 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 | $153,100 | 22 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $179,436 | 26 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $195,051 | 28 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Harry and Helena Messick Charitable Tr 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 Harry and Helena Messick Charitable Tr funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 26 | $187,651 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,900 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Luba DBA Noyes Home for Children | General operating | $23,510 |
| Community Foundation of Northwest Missou | General operating | $20,000 |
| Sisters of Solace | General operating | $15,000 |
| Nodaway County Senior Citizens Senate in | General operating | $13,000 |
| North Central Missouri College Foundatio | Scholarship | $11,466 |
| West Nodaway R-1 School | General operating | $10,000 |
| Pivotal Point Transitional Housing | General operating | $10,000 |
| Elmo Betterment Corporation | General operating | $10,000 |
| St Joseph Safety & Health Council | General operating | $8,000 |
| Second Harvest Community Food Bank | General operating | $7,500 |
| Allied Arts Council | General operating | $6,000 |
| Northwest Foundation Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| Northwest Missouri Enterprise Facilitati | General operating | $4,975 |
| YMCA | General operating | $4,900 |
| The Source Medical Clinic | General operating | $4,900 |
| Andrew County Health & Safety Coalition | General operating | $4,800 |
| State Theater Arts Council | General operating | $4,500 |
| David Waltemath Memorial-King City E | General operating | $3,500 |
| University of Mo Nodaway County | General operating | $3,000 |
| University of Missouri Holt County | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Agriculture Future of America | General operating | $3,000 |
| University of Missouri Gentry County | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| University of Missouri Dekalb County | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| University of Mo Buchanan County | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| University of Missouri Andrew County | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Cameron Missouri Veterans Home Assistance League | General operating | $2,500 |
| Boy Scouts of America | General operating | $2,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nodaway | General operating | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Harry and Helena Messick Charitable Tr accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harry and Helena Messick Charitable Tr give?
$195,051 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $4,900.
Who runs Harry and Helena Messick Charitable Tr?
Its 2025 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Harry and Helena Messick Charitable Tr fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.