William C Borst Trust UW
Preselected recipients only
William C Borst Trust UW is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $566,600 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$566,600
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$12.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $685,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $930,824 | 9 | $11.0 million |
| 2024 | $685,000 | 9 | $11.6 million |
| 2025 | $566,600 | 10 | $12.9 million |
How to apply
William C Borst Trust UW 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 William C Borst Trust UW funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 2 | $150,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $115,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $75,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $56,600 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $40,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis Clark Law School | General operating | $100,000 |
| National Antivivisection Society | General operating | $75,000 |
| Dumb Friends League | General operating | $70,000 |
| United Way Worldwide | General operating | $56,600 |
| Humane Society of the United States | General operating | $50,000 |
| Dogs for Better Lives | General operating | $50,000 |
| Animal Legal Defense Fund | General operating | $50,000 |
| Morris Animal Foundation | General operating | $45,000 |
| The American Society for the Prevention Cruelty to Animals | General operating | $40,000 |
| Three Little Pitties Rescue | General operating | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does William C Borst Trust UW accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William C Borst Trust UW give?
$566,600 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs William C Borst Trust UW?
Its 2025 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).
What does William C Borst Trust UW fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.