Robert E Oliphant Charitable Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Robert E Oliphant Charitable Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Odessa, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$30.2 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $996,000 the year before.
29% 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 | $1.1 million | 14 | $24.1 million |
| 2024 | $996,000 | 12 | $26.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 14 | $30.2 million |
How to apply
Robert E Oliphant Charitable Foundation 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 Robert E Oliphant Charitable Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 14 | $1.2 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Partners for Odessa Parks & Rec | Charitable | $400,000 |
| UCM Alumni Foundation | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Community Service League | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Summit Christian Academy | Educational | $100,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Mercer County Senior Center | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Northwest CDC | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Problem Solving Courts | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Pony Express Council Boy Scouts | Charitable | $50,000 |
| LaMonte School Foundation | Educational | $35,000 |
| Independence Meals on Wheels | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Jill's Hope | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Drum Farm | Educational | $20,000 |
| Paws & Pals | Charitable | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jim Pollard
- Michael S Crowe Sr
Questions people ask
Does Robert E Oliphant Charitable Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert E Oliphant Charitable Foundation Trust give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Robert E Oliphant Charitable Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Jim Pollard (Co-Trustee) and Michael S Crowe Sr (Co-Trustee).
What does Robert E Oliphant Charitable Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and seniors.