William A Kerr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William A Kerr Foundation is a private foundation in Chesterfield, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $800,000 in 50 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$800,000
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$24.6 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2025 was up from $740,000 the year before.
34% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $790,815 | 62 | $21.3 million |
| 2024 | $740,000 | 54 | $23.0 million |
| 2025 | $800,000 | 50 | $24.6 million |
How to apply
William A Kerr 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What William A Kerr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $375,000 |
| Missouri | 28 | $365,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Be Well Cafe | Charitable foundation | $100,000 |
| Congregation B'nai Tikvah | Charitable foundation | $50,000 |
| John Muir Land Trust | Charitable foundation | $50,000 |
| Las Trampas School Inc | Charitable foundation | $50,000 |
| Mount Diablo Interpretive Association (Mdia) | Charitable foundation | $50,000 |
| The Ruth Bancroft Gardens Inc | Charitable foundation | $50,000 |
| Seed St Louis | Charitable foundation | $40,000 |
| Rosati-Kain Academy | Charitable foundation | $30,000 |
| Doorways Interfaith Residence | Charitable foundation | $25,000 |
| Lindsay Wildlife Experience | Charitable foundation | $25,000 |
| Link STL Inc | Charitable foundation | $25,000 |
| Pacific Crest Trail Association | Charitable foundation | $25,000 |
| Fort Gondo Inc | Charitable foundation | $25,000 |
| League of Volunteer Enthusiasts of KDHX | Charitable foundation | $25,000 |
| Show Me Arts Foundation | Charitable foundation | $17,000 |
| Dream Builders 4 Equity | Charitable foundation | $15,000 |
| Great Explorations Inc | Charitable foundation | $15,000 |
| Walnut Creek Library Foundation | Charitable foundation | $15,000 |
| Choice in Aging | Charitable foundation | $10,000 |
| John Muir Health Foundation | Charitable foundation | $10,000 |
| Missouri State Parks Foundation | Charitable foundation | $10,000 |
| St Louis B Works | Charitable foundation | $10,000 |
| Truth Wins Out | Charitable foundation | $10,000 |
| Earthways Cente of the Missouri Botanical Gardens | Charitable foundation | $10,000 |
| Cancer Support Community San Francisco Bay Area | Charitable foundation | $10,000 |
| Lifeline Aid Group | Charitable foundation | $8,000 |
| Connect Pinellas | Charitable foundation | $7,500 |
| Mo Gateway Green Building Council | Charitable foundation | $6,000 |
| Brightside St Louis | Charitable foundation | $5,000 |
| Charlotte Maxwell Clinic | Charitable foundation | $5,000 |
| Diablo Regional Arts Association | Charitable foundation | $5,000 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | Charitable foundation | $5,000 |
| Museum of San Ramon Valley | Charitable foundation | $5,000 |
| Sustainable Backyard Network | Charitable foundation | $5,000 |
| The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano | Charitable foundation | $5,000 |
| The Gardens at Heather Farm | Charitable foundation | $5,000 |
| Trailnet Inc | Charitable foundation | $5,000 |
| Gateway Housing First | Charitable foundation | $5,000 |
| Food Outreach | Charitable foundation | $5,000 |
| Urban League of Metropolitan St Louis | Charitable foundation | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John H K Sweet
- William R Sweet
Questions people ask
Does William A Kerr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William A Kerr Foundation give?
$800,000 in tax year 2025, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs William A Kerr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John H K Sweet (Trustee) and William R Sweet (Trustee).
What does William A Kerr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.