Trudy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Trudy Foundation is a private foundation in Independence, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $27,100 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $14,100. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$27,100
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$14,100
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $121,250 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $148,250 | 36 | $2.2 million |
| 2022 | $122,750 | 35 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $121,250 | 36 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $27,100 | 3 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Trudy 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 Trudy Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 3 | $27,100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eleos Coffee | Operations | $14,100 |
| Neighbor2Neighbor | Operationa | $10,000 |
| Westport Presbyterian | Operations | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Roberta L Murphy
- Julia Murphy
- Susan Meehan
- Catherine Lobash
- Arthur Murphy
Questions people ask
Does Trudy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Trudy Foundation give?
$27,100 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Trudy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roberta L Murphy (Trustee), Julia Murphy (Trustee Administrator), Susan Meehan (Trustee) and Catherine Lobash (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Trudy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.