Joe Menges Trust
Preselected recipients only
Joe Menges Trust is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $169,167 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $169,167 and the largest $169,167. 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$169,167
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$169,167
- Largest grant$169,167
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $132,533 the year before.
0% 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 | $96,220 | 1 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $132,533 | 1 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $169,167 | 1 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Joe Menges 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 Joe Menges Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $169,167 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Iowa University | Unrestricted general | $169,167 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does Joe Menges Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joe Menges Trust give?
$169,167 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $169,167.
Who runs Joe Menges Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does Joe Menges Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.