William W & Betty Halliday Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William W & Betty Halliday Foundation is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $125,100 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$125,100
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $97,900 the year before.
8% 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 | $83,325 | 36 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $97,900 | 38 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $125,100 | 37 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
William W & Betty Halliday 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 William W & Betty Halliday Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 26 | $99,100 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $4,500 |
| New York | 2 | $3,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missoure Alliance for Animals | Educational programs | $15,000 |
| Emmaus Homes | Help people | $10,000 |
| Animals Abused and Abandoned | Help animals | $10,000 |
| Tower Grove Park | Help institutions | $7,500 |
| Animal Protective Assn | Help animals | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Help people | $5,000 |
| Forest Park Forever | Help institutions | $5,000 |
| Individual | $5,000 | |
| Operation Spot | Help animals | $5,000 |
| Humane Society of Mo | Help animals | $5,000 |
| 100ROOFS | Help people | $5,000 |
| Cardinal Glennon Hosp | Help people | $3,000 |
| Gateway Guardians | Help animals | $3,000 |
| Open Door Animal Sanctuary | Help animals | $3,000 |
| Stray Rescue | Help animals | $3,000 |
| St Louis Area Food Bank | Help people | $3,000 |
| Lydias House | Help abused women | $3,000 |
| Mutts With A Mission | Help animals and people | $2,500 |
| Evangelical Child Home | Help children | $2,500 |
| The Smile Train | Help children | $2,500 |
| Backstoppers | Help first responders | $2,500 |
| St Louis Public Library | Help institution | $2,000 |
| Humane Society International | Help animals | $2,000 |
| St Louis Feral Outreach | Help cat overpopulation | $2,000 |
| Tenth Life Cat Rescue | Help stray cats | $2,000 |
| Endangered Wolf Center | Help animals | $1,500 |
| Vested Interest in K9S | Help animals people | $1,000 |
| St Louis Art Museum | Help institutions | $1,000 |
| St Baldricks FD | Cancer research | $1,000 |
| American Wild Horse Campaign | Help animals | $1,000 |
| Colonial Williamsbury FD | Help restoration | $1,000 |
| Heartland Humane Society | Help stray animals | $1,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Help animals | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers FD | Help people | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross | Help people | $1,000 |
| Landmark Assoc of St Louis | Help institution | $1,000 |
| Mo Botanical Garden | Help institutions | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurie H Livingston
- Jean E Robertson
- Matthew A Robertson
Questions people ask
Does William W & Betty Halliday Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William W & Betty Halliday Foundation give?
$125,100 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs William W & Betty Halliday Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laurie H Livingston (Trustee), Jean E Robertson (Trustee) and Matthew A Robertson (Trustee).
What does William W & Betty Halliday Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and environment and conservation.