Carol Clarkson Eklund Foundation Pioneer Bank & Trust Trustee
Invitation OnlyBelle Fourche, South Dakota · EIN 46-1450957 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$250K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$6.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $11,250 and $23,500.
From the return
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
66% of grants went outside South Dakota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andre House of Hospitality | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $35,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $32,000 |
| Yuma Community Food Bank | Yuma, AZ | General fund | $32,000 |
| Good Shepherd Clinic | Spearfish, SD | General fund | $23,500 |
| Montessori Global Growth Fund | Dallas, TX | General fund | $20,000 |
| St Joseph's Children's School | Chamberlain, SD | General fund | $20,000 |
| We See You | San Diego, CA | General fund | $20,000 |
| The Episcopal Diocese of S Dakota | Pierre, SD | General fund | $20,000 |
| Yuma Child & Family Services | Yuma, AZ | General fund | $15,000 |
| Legacy Foundation Chris-Town YMCA | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $11,250 |
| Restoration Ranch | Ramona, CA | General fund | $11,250 |
| St James Episcopal Church | Belle Fourche, SD | General fund | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $250,000 | 12 |
| 2024 | $240,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $117,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611329349101816
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-1450957
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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