Michael Whitman Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Michael Whitman Charitable Trust is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $131,556 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $43,852 and the largest $43,852. 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$131,556
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$43,852
- Largest grant$43,852
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $126,918 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 | $116,130 | 3 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $126,918 | 3 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $131,556 | 3 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Michael Whitman 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 Michael Whitman Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 3 | $131,556 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mary's Place | General support | $43,852 |
| Friends of FSH Research | General support | $43,852 |
| KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio | General support | $43,852 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Jones Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Michael Whitman Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael Whitman Charitable Trust give?
$131,556 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $43,852.
Who runs Michael Whitman Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward Jones Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Michael Whitman Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and science and research.