Jerry Litton Family Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jerry Litton Family Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Chillicothe, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $129,880 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $52,934. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$129,880
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$52,934
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $153,261 the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $153,261 | 12 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $129,880 | 12 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Jerry Litton Family Memorial 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 Jerry Litton Family Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 11 | $129,480 |
| Michigan | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chillicothe R-Ii Schools Chillicothe Mo | Education | $52,934 |
| Chillicothe Future Farmers of America Alumni Association Chillicothe Mo | Education | $41,246 |
| Livingston County Extension Council | Education | $10,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Charitable | $9,800 |
| Missouri FFA Association | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Pony Express Council | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Boy Scouts of America Troop 120 | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Grand River Technical School | Education | $2,000 |
| Plattsburg Hustlers 4-H Club | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Missouri Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts | Education | $1,500 |
| Main Street Chillicothe | Charitable | $500 |
| National Fire Safety Council Inc | Education | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Edwin Turner
- Bonnie Mitchell
- Ron Wolf
- El Reed
- James Summerville
- Alvin Cohen
- Lowell Mohler
- James P Valbracht
- Laura Lee Gayfield
- Kristi Smith Wyatt
- Lauri Mitchell Shemwell
- Rusty Black
- Julie Bothwell
- Eric Turner
- Larry Warren
Questions people ask
Does Jerry Litton Family Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jerry Litton Family Memorial Foundation give?
$129,880 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Jerry Litton Family Memorial Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edwin Turner (President), Bonnie Mitchell (Sec/Treas), Ron Wolf (Managing Director) and El Reed (Director) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Jerry Litton Family Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and environment and conservation.