J Paul Yost Trust
Historical FunderPontiac, Illinois · EIN 37-6274704 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $6,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Ronald K Fellheimer |
|---|---|
| Address | 210 N Main St, Pontiac IL 61764 |
| Phone | 8158423838 |
| Form and materials | Written requrest indication amount and purpose for which funds are to be used |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | to citizens of Pontiac, IL. Regardless of race, religion, sex, or age. |
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
12% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Potniac | Pontiac, IL | Community Improvement | $15,500 |
| Pontiac Township High School Music Dept | Pontiac, IL | Education | $10,000 |
| Pontiac Public Library | Pontiac, IL | Education | $6,000 |
| First Presbysterian Church of Pontiac | Pontiac, IL | Community Improvement | $6,000 |
| Northern Illinois University | Dekalb, IL | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Liberty University | Lynchburg, VA | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Greater Livingston County Arts Council | Pontiac, IL | Community Improvement | $3,000 |
| Futures Unlimited | Pontiac, IL | Community Improvement | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $50,500 | 8 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $49,100 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610489349100526
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 37-6274704
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.