Esber Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Esber Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$70,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $52,200 the year before.
57% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $52,200 | 5 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $70,000 | 8 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Esber Charitable 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 Esber Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $65,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Presbyterian | General support | $20,000 |
| The Greenhill School | General support | $15,000 |
| Individual | General support | $10,000 |
| John Bunker Sands Wetland Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Intern'l Justice Mission | General support | $5,000 |
| The Shelton School | General support | $5,000 |
| The Compass School | General support | $5,000 |
| Twelfth Step Ministry | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon Esber
Questions people ask
Does Esber Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Esber Charitable Trust give?
$70,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Esber Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Jon Esber (Trustee).
What does Esber Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.