Gerard Swope Trust U a
Historical FunderMilwaukee, Wisconsin · EIN 43-6019071 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,500 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JOHN HELGELAND |
|---|---|
| Address | 200 S 6TH ST, MINNEAPOLIS MN 55402 |
| Phone | 8855947236 |
| Form and materials | LETTER OF INQUIRY |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | APPLICANTS MUST BE GRADUATES OF ST LOUIS MO CITY OR COUNTY HIGH SCHOOLS |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
83% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis University | St Louis, MO | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Rollins College | Winter Park, FL | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Michigan State University | Alpena, MI | Scholarship | $7,000 |
| Lawrence University | Appleton, WI | Scholarship | $7,000 |
| Boston College | Chestnut Hill, MA | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Missouri University of Science | Rolla, MO | Scholarship | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40,500 | 6 |
| 2023 | $12,000 | 4 |
| 2022 | $27,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640419349101114
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-6019071
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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