Robert L McCarthy Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Robert L McCarthy Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Lake St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.0 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1.0 million and the largest $1.2 million. 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$5.0 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1.0 million
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.4 million the year before.
40% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.0 million | 1 | $12.0 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 4 | $9.4 million |
| 2025 | $5.0 million | 5 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Robert L McCarthy 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 Robert L McCarthy Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 5 | $5.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rosati-Kain Academy | Academic scholorship programs | $1.2 million |
| St Louis University | Academic scholorship programs | $1.0 million |
| St Louis University High School | Academic scholorship programs | $1.0 million |
| Marian Middle School | Academic scholarship programs | $1.0 million |
| Loyola Academy | Academic scholorship programs | $750,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeanne Besselsen
- Danielle McCarthy
- Elizabeth McCarthy
Questions people ask
Does Robert L McCarthy Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert L McCarthy Charitable Trust give?
$5.0 million in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1.0 million.
Who runs Robert L McCarthy Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeanne Besselsen (Trustee), Danielle McCarthy (Trustee) and Elizabeth McCarthy (Trustee).
What does Robert L McCarthy Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.