The Robert Griffith Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyEstherville, Iowa · EIN 30-6135921 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$513K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$51,297
Total assets$14.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $51,297 and $51,297.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
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 Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Griffith Charitable Trust Scholarship Fund | Estherville, IA | Scholarships for students | $256,485 |
| Emmet County Historical Society | Estherville, IA | General support | $51,297 |
| United Methodist Church | Estherville, IA | General support | $51,297 |
| Emmet County Handicap Opportunity | Estherville, IA | General support | $51,297 |
| Avera Holy Family Hospital Foundati | Estherville, IA | General support | $51,297 |
| Estherville Lincoln Central School | Estherville, IA | General support | $51,297 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $512,970 | 6 |
| 2024 | $520,149 | 6 |
| 2023 | $522,718 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641259349102024
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 30-6135921
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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