Thomas H & Laverne Caldwell Charitable Found
Preselected recipients only
Thomas H & Laverne Caldwell Charitable Found is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,003 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,188 and the largest $8,750. 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$35,003
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,188
- Largest grant$8,750
- Assets$826,823
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $32,000 the year before.
10% 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 | $34,000 | 10 | $728,389 |
| 2024 | $32,000 | 10 | $756,062 |
| 2025 | $35,003 | 10 | $826,823 |
How to apply
Thomas H & Laverne Caldwell Charitable Found 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 Thomas H & Laverne Caldwell Charitable Found funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $19,689 |
| Missouri | 1 | $8,750 |
| New York | 2 | $4,376 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,188 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| College of the Ozarks | General operating | $8,750 |
| Scottish Rite Hospital for Children | General operating | $4,375 |
| Humane Society of Wichita County TX | General operating | $4,375 |
| Wichita Falls Faith Mission Inc | General operating | $4,375 |
| North Shore Animal League | General operating | $2,188 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Ctr | General operating | $2,188 |
| Humane World for Animals | General operating | $2,188 |
| First Baptist Church | General operating | $2,188 |
| Baylor Health Care System Fdn | General operating | $2,188 |
| Interfaith Ministries of | General support | $2,188 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Thomas H & Laverne Caldwell Charitable Found accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas H & Laverne Caldwell Charitable Found give?
$35,003 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,188.
Who runs Thomas H & Laverne Caldwell Charitable Found?
Its 2025 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Thomas H & Laverne Caldwell Charitable Found fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, faith communities and health.