Updated Nov 3, 2026
Private foundations based in Saint Charles, Missouri
4 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Saint Charles, Missouri, holding $7.7M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 2 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vjs Charitable Private Foundation Trsince 2005 | $485K15 grants · 2024 | $25K | Preselected only | $3.3M |
| Raymond & Grace Harmon Charitable Foundationsince 2002 | $250K18 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $2.0M |
| Fhc Foundationsince 2003 | $97K7 grants · 2025 | $12K | Yes | $1.1M |
| Schaeffer Foundationsince 1992 | — | — | Yes | $1.3M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Missouri
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Missouri Arts Council — Organizational GrantsStateMissouri Arts Council | Missouri Arts Council | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Missouri Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateMissouri Humanities | Missouri Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Saint Charles, Missouri?
Our directory lists 4 private grantmaking foundations in Saint Charles, Missouri with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $7.7M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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