James Walter Pickle Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderSioux Falls, South Dakota · EIN 20-0485515 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $17,000 and $60,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MARINER TRSUT COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Address | 6320 S WESTERN AVE STE 100, SIOUX FALLS SD 57108 |
| Phone | 6052716627 |
| TRUSTSERVICES@MARINERWEALTHADVISORS.COM | |
| Form and materials | LETTER DESCRIBING HOW THE FUNDS WOULD BE USED AND THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION STATEMENT. IN ADDITION, A DETERMINATION LETTER FROM THE IRS SHOWING ITS 501(C)(3) STATUS. |
| Deadlines | NONE. |
| Restrictions | LIMITED TO REQUESTS FOR MEDICAL CARE, SERVICES & EQUIPMENT WHICH WILL HAVE A LIFE ALTERING IMPACT. |
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
100% of grants went outside South Dakota.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cochlear Americas | Lone Tree, CO | Cochlear processor/implant device | $97,283 |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Mission & Ministry | Nashville, TN | Dental and vision funding | $60,000 |
| Shriner's Hospitals | Lexington, KY | Prosthetics | $40,000 |
| Amputee Blade Runners | Nashville, TN | Blades and socketts | $35,000 |
| Hear Nashville | Nashville, TN | Hear AIDS for 25 people | $25,000 |
| Surgery Center of Carmel | Carmel, IN | Cochlear device | $17,000 |
| Miracle Flights | Las Vegas, NV | Air and ground transportation | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $279,283 | 7 |
| 2023 | $179,533 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523179349100412
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-0485515
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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