The Spotts Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Spotts Trust is a private foundation in Hastings, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,695 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $23,674. 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$92,695
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$23,674
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was up from $82,747 the year before.
4% 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 | $86,199 | 23 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $82,747 | 24 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $92,695 | 25 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Spotts Trust 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 The Spotts Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 25 | $92,695 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | Charity | $23,674 |
| Saint Mark's Pro-Cathedral | Charity | $23,374 |
| Hastings Community Foundation | Charity | $18,527 |
| Hastings College | Education | $9,270 |
| YMCA | Charity | $8,000 |
| Crossroads Center Rescue Mission | Charity | $1,500 |
| United Harvest Mobile Food Pantry | Charity | $1,500 |
| Catholic Social Services - Food for Thought Open Table Program | Charity | $1,250 |
| Hastings Food Pantry | Charity | $1,000 |
| Hastings Public Schools - Food Pantry | Charity | $750 |
| Hastings Museum Foundation | Charity | $500 |
| Senior Action Inc | Charity | $500 |
| Threads of Grace | Charity | $500 |
| United Way | Charity | $300 |
| Casa of South Central Nebraska | Charity | $250 |
| Encourage Advocacy Center | Charity | $250 |
| Maryland Living Center | Charity | $250 |
| Revive Ministries Inc | Charity | $250 |
| YWCA | Charity | $250 |
| Heartland Pet Connection | Charity | $150 |
| Start Over Rover | Charity | $150 |
| Hearts and Hands Against Hunger of Hastings | Charity | $150 |
| Our Place After School Care Inc | Charity | $150 |
| Mentoring Works | Charity | $100 |
| Special Childrens Fund Inc | Charity | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Hermes
- Stephanie Bliss
Questions people ask
Does The Spotts Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Spotts Trust give?
$92,695 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Spotts Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles Hermes (Trustee) and Stephanie Bliss (Trustee).
What does The Spotts Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and food and hunger.