Francis W and Marietta Schaefer Foundation Trust
Invitation OnlyJefferson City, Missouri · EIN 46-3242784 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,500.
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
0% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loose Creek Community Club | Loose Creek, MO | For maintenance and repairs for community center | $5,000 |
| St Marys School | Latham, MO | Endowment for needs | $1,500 |
| Westphalia Fire Dept | Westphalia, MO | Help for fire dept needs | $500 |
| Childrens Hospital U of Mo | Columbia, MO | Grant for needs to childrens hospital | $500 |
The return also lists 16 grants to individuals ($15,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,500 | 20 |
| 2024 | $21,500 | 15 |
| 2023 | $15,500 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601319349102410
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-3242784
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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