VJS Charitable Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
VJS Charitable Private Foundation is a private foundation in St Charles, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $485,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$485,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was up from $465,000 the year before.
7% of its 2024 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 | $465,000 | 15 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $485,000 | 15 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
VJS Charitable Private 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 VJS Charitable Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 7 | $165,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $110,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $100,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $35,000 |
| California | 2 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Covenant College | Christian education | $100,000 |
| Taylor University | Christian education | $100,000 |
| North County Christian SC | Christian education | $50,000 |
| Answers in Genesis | Christian education | $50,000 |
| First Baptist Christian Academy | Christian education | $30,000 |
| Show Hope | Serve orphans | $25,000 |
| Westminster Christian Aca | Christian education | $25,000 |
| Genesis University | Christian education | $25,000 |
| Living Word Academy | Christian education | $20,000 |
| Turning Point | Christian education | $15,000 |
| Chalmer Center for Econom | Ministry training | $10,000 |
| Grace to You | Christian education | $10,000 |
| Promise Christian Academy | Christian education | $10,000 |
| Love Worth Finding | Christian education | $10,000 |
| Kirk Day School | Christian education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Schulte Beck
- Robert J Beck
Questions people ask
Does VJS Charitable Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does VJS Charitable Private Foundation give?
$485,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs VJS Charitable Private Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carol Schulte Beck (Trustee) and Robert J Beck (Trustee).
What does VJS Charitable Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.