Mark Willard Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Mark Willard Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $907 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $200. 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$907
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$200
- Assets$54,106
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $5,000 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 | $4,900 | 13 | $42,250 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 13 | $44,856 |
| 2025 | $907 | 8 | $54,106 |
How to apply
Mark Willard Charitable Trust 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 Mark Willard Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 4 | $507 |
| New York | 1 | $200 |
| California | 2 | $100 |
| Ohio | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri Prairie Foundation | Promotes prairie conservation and education | $200 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Provides legal protection for natural resources | $200 |
| Kwmu | Provides Public Radio | $107 |
| United Way of Greater Saint Louis | Supports local charitable organization | $100 |
| Oberlin College | Provides education | $100 |
| Ketc | Provides public television | $100 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | Supports dissemination of knowledge through Wikipedia | $50 |
| Kiva | Provides affordable loans for low-income borowers | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Willard
- Terry Paull
Questions people ask
Does Mark Willard Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mark Willard Charitable Trust give?
$907 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Mark Willard Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Willard (President and trustee) and Terry Paull (Trustee).
What does Mark Willard Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.