Rhea Bigelow Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Rhea Bigelow Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $820,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $175,000 and the largest $370,000. 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$820,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$175,000
- Largest grant$370,000
- Assets$16.9 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $750,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $750,000 | 3 | $16.5 million |
| 2024 | $820,000 | 4 | $16.9 million |
How to apply
Rhea Bigelow 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 2 | $470,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $250,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Valley Horse Rescue | Barn construction | $370,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Unrestricted grant | $250,000 |
| Will & Deni McIntyre Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $100,000 |
| Routt County Crisis Support | Unrestricted grant | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel M Hess
- Jerry K Bigelow
Questions people ask
Does Rhea Bigelow Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rhea Bigelow Charitable Trust give?
$820,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $175,000.
Who runs Rhea Bigelow Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel M Hess (Trustee) and Jerry K Bigelow (Trustee).