Fortner Charitable Foundation Trust
Invitation OnlyJoplin, Missouri · EIN 88-3069834 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $11,000.
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
16% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterson Outdoor Ministries | Webb City, MO | Provide therapy for injured veterans | $27,000 |
| Jasper Schools | Jasper, MO | Provide clothes and food for students | $11,000 |
| International Missionary Fellowship | Largo, FL | Provide medical and spiritual care | $3,000 |
| Jasper Lasting Legacy Foundation | Jasper, MO | Empower students | $3,000 |
| Avilla Schools | Avilla, MO | For impoverished or neglected children in need | $1,000 |
| Sarcoxie PTO | Sarcoxie, MO | Weekend food for students | $1,000 |
The return also lists 9 grants to individuals ($92,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $138,000 | 15 |
| 2024 | $105,500 | 17 |
| 2023 | $106,000 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612459349100521
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-3069834
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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