Ross Bhelen H Brown Memorial Trust
Preselected recipients only
Ross Bhelen H Brown Memorial Trust is a private foundation in Joplin, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,672 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $2,836 and the largest $4,821. 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$5,672
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$2,836
- Largest grant$4,821
- Assets$172,395
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,510 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 | $7,020 | 2 | $168,481 |
| 2024 | $5,510 | 2 | $176,653 |
| 2025 | $5,672 | 2 | $172,395 |
How to apply
Ross Bhelen H Brown Memorial 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 Ross Bhelen H Brown Memorial Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 2 | $5,672 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Faith Lutheran Church | General purpose | $4,821 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | Unrestricted | $851 |
Officers and trustees
- Southwest Missouri Bank Trust Dept
Questions people ask
Does Ross Bhelen H Brown Memorial Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ross Bhelen H Brown Memorial Trust give?
$5,672 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $2,836.
Who runs Ross Bhelen H Brown Memorial Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Southwest Missouri Bank Trust Dept (Trustee).
What does Ross Bhelen H Brown Memorial Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.