Charitable Economic Opportunity Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charitable Economic Opportunity Foundation is a private foundation in Belton, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,540 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $4,665. 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$12,540
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$4,665
- Assets$321
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,072 the year before.
60% 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 | $2,047 | 7 | $3,334 |
| 2024 | $7,072 | 12 | $8,366 |
| 2025 | $12,540 | 12 | $321 |
How to apply
Charitable Economic Opportunity Foundation 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 Charitable Economic Opportunity Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 6 | $12,015 |
| Florida | 1 | $100 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $100 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
| New York | 1 | $75 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crossroads UMC Church | General operations | $4,665 |
| Crossroads UMC Church | Pirate pantry | $2,000 |
| Belton Educational Foundation | Pirate pantry | $2,000 |
| Crossroads UMC Church | Umcor national | $1,750 |
| Crossroads UMC Chruch | Umcor international | $1,500 |
| American Heart Associaton | General operations | $100 |
| Department of Development Mayo Clinic | General operations | $100 |
| Shriners Hospitals | General operations | $100 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospitals | General operations | $100 |
| Bridge Over Troubled Waters | General operations | $100 |
| UNICEF | General operations | $75 |
| Smile Train | General operations | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Ella J Anderson
- Cheri S Graham
- Thomas W Homer
Questions people ask
Does Charitable Economic Opportunity Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charitable Economic Opportunity Foundation give?
$12,540 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Charitable Economic Opportunity Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ella J Anderson (Chairmandirectorpres), Cheri S Graham (Director) and Thomas W Homer (Director).
What does Charitable Economic Opportunity Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and international.