Mt Tabor Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mt Tabor Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $726,543 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $122,500 and the largest $225,000. 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$726,543
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$122,500
- Largest grant$225,000
- Assets$16.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $746,997 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $695,320 | 6 | $14.7 million |
| 2024 | $746,997 | 5 | $14.8 million |
| 2025 | $726,543 | 6 | $16.7 million |
How to apply
Mt Tabor Charitable 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 Mt Tabor Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 5 | $501,543 |
| New York | 1 | $225,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Watchtower Bible and Tract Society | Worldwide work | $225,000 |
| Porch Initiative | Community involvement | $223,620 |
| James Reynolds House Foundation | Historic education/preservation | $160,000 |
| United Way of Southeast Missouri | Community involvement | $85,000 |
| Kellerman Foundation for Historic | Historic preservation | $29,923 |
| Cape Girardeau Public Schools Found | Community involvement/support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Earl H Norman
Questions people ask
Does Mt Tabor Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mt Tabor Charitable Foundation give?
$726,543 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $122,500.
Who runs Mt Tabor Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Earl H Norman (Trustee).
What does Mt Tabor Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.