Trotter Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Trotter Foundation is a private foundation in Millican, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $600,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $600,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$600,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$600,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$2.4 million
How to apply
Trotter Foundation 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $600,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery Institute | General Support | $600,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth Penick
- Dr Kevin Wilson
- Arrenia Pratt
- Dr Catherine Trotter Wilson
- Dr David Randall Pratt
Questions people ask
Does Trotter Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Trotter Foundation give?
$600,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $600,000.
Who runs Trotter Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth Penick (President), Dr Kevin Wilson (VP and Assistant Treasurer), Arrenia Pratt (Secretary) and Dr Catherine Trotter Wilson (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.