Ben F and Cora D Russell Mem Fund
Preselected recipients only
Ben F and Cora D Russell Mem Fund is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $26,500 and the largest $26,500. 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$53,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$26,500
- Largest grant$26,500
- Assets$830,355
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,000 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 | $32,000 | 2 | $760,609 |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 2 | $794,399 |
| 2025 | $53,000 | 2 | $830,355 |
How to apply
Ben F and Cora D Russell Mem 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.
What Ben F and Cora D Russell Mem Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $26,500 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $26,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hayes Barton United Methodist CH | General operation | $26,500 |
| Grace United Methodist Church | General operation | $26,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Ben F and Cora D Russell Mem Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ben F and Cora D Russell Mem Fund give?
$53,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $26,500.
Who runs Ben F and Cora D Russell Mem Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Ben F and Cora D Russell Mem Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.