Jack and Pam Besteman Charitable Fnd
Preselected recipients only
Jack and Pam Besteman Charitable Fnd is a private foundation in Powderly, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $94,634 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$94,634
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$641,867
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was up from $62,116 the year before.
22% of its 2024 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 | $62,116 | 34 | $620,949 |
| 2024 | $94,634 | 33 | $641,867 |
How to apply
Jack and Pam Besteman Charitable Fnd 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 Jack and Pam Besteman Charitable Fnd funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $56,623 |
| Michigan | 2 | $20,350 |
| Colorado | 5 | $10,161 |
| Florida | 4 | $2,300 |
| Virginia | 4 | $1,850 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $1,100 |
| California | 2 | $600 |
| Illinois | 1 | $400 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $400 |
| Alabama | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tipping Point Ministries | Religious | $25,000 |
| Allendale Christian School | Tuition | $20,150 |
| Trinity Christian Academy | Tuition | $13,125 |
| Excell Christian Academy | Tution | $7,250 |
| Good Shepherd India | Donation | $6,279 |
| Impact Church | Donation | $6,000 |
| His Place Fellowship Church | Donation | $3,398 |
| Bibles for the World | Donation | $1,632 |
| Cru Campus Crusade for Christ | Donation | $1,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Donation | $1,000 |
| Andrew Wommack Ministries Inc | Donation | $900 |
| Voice of the Martyrs | Donation | $800 |
| Prison Fellowship Ministries | Donation | $750 |
| Wycliff | Donation | $700 |
| Life Outreach | Donation | $600 |
| Children's Relief Fund | Charitable | $600 |
| Christian Broadcasting Network | Donation | $500 |
| Young Life | Donation | $500 |
| Operation Blessing | Donation | $500 |
| Bible League | Donation | $400 |
| New Life | Donation | $400 |
| American Leprosy Missions Inc | Donation | $400 |
| Individual | Donation | $400 |
| World Challenge | Donation | $350 |
| Feed the Children | Donation | $300 |
| Crown Financial Miistries Inc | Donation | $300 |
| Child Evangilism | Donation | $300 |
| World Vision | Donation | $250 |
| Keys for Kids | Donation | $200 |
| Haven Today | Donation | $200 |
| Unto Inc | Donation | $200 |
| Cal Farley's Boys Ranch | Donation | $150 |
| Imb | Religious | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Pamela Faith Besteman
- Josh Besteman
- Jacob Besteman
- Pat Martin
- Heather Dickson
- Rebecca Kelly
- Jason Besteman
Questions people ask
Does Jack and Pam Besteman Charitable Fnd accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jack and Pam Besteman Charitable Fnd give?
$94,634 in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Jack and Pam Besteman Charitable Fnd?
Its 2024 filing lists Pamela Faith Besteman (President), Josh Besteman (Vice President), Jacob Besteman (Treasurer) and Pat Martin (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Jack and Pam Besteman Charitable Fnd fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.