Big Brothers Incorporated
Preselected recipients only
Big Brothers Incorporated is a private foundation in Joplin, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $41,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$41,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$642,866
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $231,000 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 | $50,000 | 10 | $753,549 |
| 2024 | $231,000 | 11 | $902,029 |
| 2025 | $41,000 | 8 | $642,866 |
How to apply
Big Brothers Incorporated 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 Big Brothers Incorporated funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 8 | $41,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Children | $10,000 |
| Clem Prettyman Satellite School | Children | $8,000 |
| Individual | Children | $5,000 |
| Rapha House | Children | $5,000 |
| Individual | Children | $5,000 |
| Children's Haven | Children | $3,000 |
| Individual | Children | $3,000 |
| Casa | Children | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wes Ogden
- Debra Bybee
- Charlie King
- Connie Goodwin
- Ej Logan
Questions people ask
Does Big Brothers Incorporated accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Big Brothers Incorporated give?
$41,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Big Brothers Incorporated?
Its 2025 filing lists Wes Ogden (Director), Debra Bybee (Secretary), Charlie King (Director) and Connie Goodwin (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Big Brothers Incorporated fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.