Allen Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Allen Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Appleton, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $42,500 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$42,500
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$20.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $669,479 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $832,577 | 52 | $18.3 million |
| 2024 | $669,479 | 26 | $19.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 12 | $20.8 million |
How to apply
Allen Foundation 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 Allen Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 1 | $600,000 |
| Utah | 8 | $320,000 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $255,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United States Space and Rocket Center | General purpose | $600,000 |
| The Gathering Place of Milton Inc | General purpose | $200,000 |
| University of Utah - Advancement | General purpose | $120,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Copper View Angel Fund | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Milton High School Scholarship Fund | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Dachsund Rescue | General purpose | $35,000 |
| Salt Lake Community College | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Dyslexia Center of Utah New Heights Inc | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Italian-American Civic League | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Clementine Ranch | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Kandu Industries Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Fiduciary Partners Trust Company
- David A Casarotto
- Daniella Casarotto
- Ryan J Delucca
Questions people ask
Does Allen Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Allen Foundation Trust give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $42,500.
Who runs Allen Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Fiduciary Partners Trust Company (Trustee), David A Casarotto (Chairman), Daniella Casarotto (Board Member) and Ryan J Delucca (Board Member).
What does Allen Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.