Silas and Ruth Claypool Foundation
Historical FunderRobinson, Illinois · EIN 37-6288069 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THOMAS GOODMAN |
|---|---|
| Address | 1719 WEST MAIN STREET PO BOX 217, ROBINSON IL 62454 |
| Phone | 6185443900 |
| Form and materials | NAME, ADDRESS, AMOUNT REQUESTED, DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT CONTACT PERSON. |
| Deadlines | OCTOBER 1 |
| Restrictions | RECEIVING ENTITY MUST BE TAX EXEMPT AND BENEFIT CRAWFORD COUNTY, ILLINOIS. |
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
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village of Oblong | Oblong, IL | Install fenced play area 308 s range | $10,000 |
| Palestine Cusd 3 | Palestine, IL | Implementation of zero eyes | $10,000 |
| Crawford County Saddle Club | Robinson, IL | For consolidated new building facili | $2,500 |
| Palestine Preservation Project Soci | Palestine, IL | Purchase new commercial diswasher | $2,500 |
| Palestine Development Association | Palestine, IL | Replace awnings along main street | $2,500 |
| Oblong Children's Christian Home | Oblong, IL | Purchase boots for horse therapy | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,000 | 6 |
| 2024 | $41,500 | 7 |
| 2023 | $28,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631339349103198
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 37-6288069
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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