The Gloria Wille Bell and Carlos R Bell Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Gloria Wille Bell and Carlos R Bell Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $240,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $80,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$240,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$80,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $320,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $320,000 | 4 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $240,000 | 3 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Gloria Wille Bell and Carlos R Bell 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Gloria Wille Bell and Carlos R Bell Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 3 | $240,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan FBO Jaime Al | Scholarship | $80,000 |
| University of Michigan FBO Amogh Th | Scholarship | $80,000 |
| University of Michigan FBO John Ton | Scholarship | $80,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin S Candland
Questions people ask
Does The Gloria Wille Bell and Carlos R Bell Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gloria Wille Bell and Carlos R Bell Charitable Trust give?
$240,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $80,000.
Who runs The Gloria Wille Bell and Carlos R Bell Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Benjamin S Candland (Trustee).
What does The Gloria Wille Bell and Carlos R Bell Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.