The Gilbert Foundation (Fka the Wa Gilbert Family Foundation)
Historical FunderSt Louis, Missouri · EIN 43-1730251 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | WILLIAM A GILBERT |
|---|---|
| Address | 609 SOUTH WARSON ROAD, ST LOUIS MO 63124 |
| Phone | 3142903300 |
| Form and materials | ESSAY, TEST SCORES, GRADES, LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATIONS |
| Deadlines | EMPLOYEES' CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM APPLICATION DEADLINE IS IN MAY |
| Restrictions | PARENTS OR GRANDPARENTS MUST WORK FOR COMPANY (ANOVA INC.) ACCREDITED SCHOOL TUITION EDUCATION INSTITUTION MUST BE NATURAL OR LEGALLY ADOPTED CHILD OR GRANDCHILD OF CURRENT EMPLOYEE OR ANY CHILD OR GRANDCHILD OF AN EMPLOYEE WHO RECEIVED A GRANT IN IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING YEAR |
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
40% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forsyth School | St Louis, MO | General operating donation | $25,000 |
| Missouri Botanical Gardens | St Louis, MO | General operating donation | $15,000 |
| St Louis Art Museum | St Louis, MO | General operating donation | $10,000 |
| Jonah Sanders - Cotter Schools | Winona, MN | Scholarship | $5,600 |
| Health Network Foundation | Pepper Pike, OH | General operating donation | $5,000 |
| Battle Mountain Touchdown Club | Vail, CO | General operating donation | $5,000 |
| Focus Marines Foundation | Chesterfield, MO | General operating donation | $5,000 |
| The Haven of Grace | St Louis, MO | General operating donation | $5,000 |
| National Ms Society | New York City, NY | General operating donation | $3,000 |
| Beautify Ladue | Ladue, MO | General operating donation | $1,000 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($38,650). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $118,250 | 13 |
| 2024 | $133,145 | 17 |
| 2023 | $115,500 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611209349100131
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-1730251
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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