B D Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyNewton, Iowa · EIN 45-6921240 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $7,500.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
9% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isf-Blue Ribbon Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Community support | $77,425 |
| Jasper Community Foundation | Newton, IA | Community support | $25,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Newton, IA | Community support | $7,500 |
| Central College | Pella, IA | Supporting the advancement of students | $5,000 |
| Newton Development Corp | Newton, IA | Community support | $5,000 |
| Open Arms Jasper County | Newton, IA | Community support | $5,000 |
| Project Awake | Newton, IA | Community support | $5,000 |
| Rotary International | Evanston, IL | Community support | $2,500 |
| Newton Community Theater | Newton, IA | Community support | $2,000 |
| Izaak Walton League | Newton, IA | Community support | $2,000 |
| Jasper County Rsvp | Newton, IA | Community support | $1,250 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($7,700). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $145,375 | 13 |
| 2024 | $85,525 | 13 |
| 2023 | $258,304 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601179349101810
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-6921240
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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