Meek Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Meek Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Springfield, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $6,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$6,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$194,859
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $9,250 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $9,250 | 8 | $182,347 |
| 2023 | $9,250 | 8 | $191,858 |
| 2024 | $6,500 | 6 | $194,859 |
How to apply
Meek 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 Meek Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 6 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Health Foundation | General fund | $2,000 |
| The Child Advocacy Center | General fund | $1,500 |
| Boy Scouts of America | General fund | $1,000 |
| LifeHouse Crisis Maternity Home | General fund | $1,000 |
| Springfield Workshop Foundation | General fund | $500 |
| Springfield Symphony Orchestra | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael E Meek
- Terry O Meek
- William C Meek
Questions people ask
Does Meek Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Meek Charitable Trust give?
$6,500 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Meek Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael E Meek (Trustee), Terry O Meek (Trustee) and William C Meek (Trustee).
What does Meek Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.