Cordelia Lunceford Beatty Trust
Preselected recipients only
Cordelia Lunceford Beatty Trust is a private foundation in Blackwell, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $143,589 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $3,206 and the largest $24,300. 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$143,589
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$3,206
- Largest grant$24,300
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $126,058 the year before.
32% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $133,505 | 31 | $3.1 million |
| 2023 | $133,111 | 24 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $126,058 | 23 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $143,589 | 29 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Cordelia Lunceford Beatty 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 Cordelia Lunceford Beatty Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 29 | $143,589 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peep's Mountain Pre School | monthly scholarships for low income families | $24,300 |
| Blackwell Public Schools | school supplies | $22,292 |
| Blackwell Youth Center | assist over 300 youth in Blackwell through after school activities arts and crafts dances etc. | $18,691 |
| Northern Oklahoma Youth Services | services for local youth | $10,000 |
| Blackwell Quarterback Club | Assistance with football scholarships and equipment | $8,000 |
| Associated Charities | Assist families with children in the home with utilities | $6,500 |
| Blackwell Wrestling Club | Wrestling fees and equipment | $5,610 |
| Blackwell Middle School | grant requests to teachers cheerleaders and classroom equipment | $5,550 |
| Blackwell Public Library | Childrens department donation | $5,000 |
| Northern Oklahoma College | college scholarships for 3 students | $4,577 |
| Blackwell High School Cheerleaders | Student scholarships | $4,500 |
| Blackwell Tourism | Christmas program for kids | $4,000 |
| Individual | assistance for students to order supplies for classes | $3,600 |
| Blackwell High School | Grants to music dept. drivers ed yearbook purchases wrestling and sports | $3,208 |
| City of Blakwell | utility assistance for families with children | $3,206 |
| Blackwell Chamber of Commerece | Church camp | $3,000 |
| Blackwell Youth Cheer | cheerleading fees and uniforms | $2,892 |
| Blackwell Middle School Cheerleader | Student scholarships | $1,955 |
| Blackwell High School FCCLA | Assistance for student scholarships | $1,400 |
| Blackwell Public School Foundation | donation to Bell Ringer program for school foundation | $1,000 |
| Blackwell Elementary School | Grant requests to teachers purchase of yearbooks character books for children Top of Oklahoma Museum field trip and equipment | $895 |
| Walmart | College Scholarship | $543 |
| Oklahoma State University | college scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | $500 | |
| Northwester Oklahoma State Univ | college scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | softball scholarships for kids and equipment | $450 |
| Blackwell Middle School FCCLA | Student scholarships | $400 |
| Tonkawa Basketball Boosters | Basketball scholarship for Blackwell student resident | $400 |
| Individual | Utility assistance for family with children | $120 |
Officers and trustees
- James R Rodgers
- William W Rodgers
Questions people ask
Does Cordelia Lunceford Beatty Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cordelia Lunceford Beatty Trust give?
$143,589 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $3,206.
Who runs Cordelia Lunceford Beatty Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists James R Rodgers (Trustee) and William W Rodgers (Trustee).
What does Cordelia Lunceford Beatty Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.