Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr
Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr is a private foundation based in Joplin, Missouri. It makes grants to charitable organizations; its filing states that preference, though not an explicit requirement, is given to charitable organizations located in southwest Missouri.
Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr at a glance
In short: Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr gave $205K across 21 grants in 2025 (avg $10K), mostly in Missouri. 19% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $205,000
- +55.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 21
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $9,762
- +55.3% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $2,950,337
- -2.5% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 19% first-time grantees (4 of 21, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Missouri (71% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr
- How to Apply
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Contact Southwest Missouri Bank. The filing says applicants should provide contact information, proof of tax-exempt status, the amount requested, and a summary of the charitable purpose. Successful applicants must sign a written acknowledgement agreeing to use the grant solely for charitable purposes consistent with the application, confirming tax-exempt status, and agreeing not to use funds for prohibited purposes such as lobbying or political activities. The filing says sample application and acknowledgement materials are attached. Grants are limited to charitable organizations described in the filing as under Section 401(c)(3), which agree to use funds solely for charitable purposes.
- Review Cycle
- None; applications are accepted year-round.
- Deadline
- None; applications are accepted year-round.
- Contact
Application contact: Southwest Missouri Bank
Mailing address: C/O Smb Trust Services, 1000 E 32Nd Street, Joplin, MO 64804
Phone: (417) 623-3424
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was University of Arkansas ($45K). Together the top 10 received $150K.
Grant Size Distribution
97 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 97 grants of 97 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 filing reports that 71% of grant dollars went to recipients in Missouri, 22% to Arkansas, and 7% to Kansas. It states that preference is given to charitable organizations located in southwest Missouri, though this is not an explicit requirement.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr open to new grantees?
19%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 4 of 21 grantees (19%) were first-time recipients. With only 21 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $5K; repeat grants $11K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 76% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 21% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 105% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $132K (2024) to $260K (2021). In 2025 it made 21 grants totaling $205K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR | Charitable Contribution | $45,000 |
| Webb City R-7 Schools Foundation Webb City, MO | Charitable Contribution | $20,000 |
| Missouri Southern Foundation Joplin, MO | Charitable Contribution | $20,000 |
| Pitt State University Foundation Pittsburg, KS | Charitable Contribution | $15,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Webb City Webb City, MO | Charitable Contribution | $10,000 |
| Joplin Area Catholic Schools Joplin, MO | Chartible Contribution | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army Joplin, MO | Charitable Contribution | $10,000 |
| St Peters Catholic School Joplin, MO | Chartible Contribution | $10,000 |
| Peterson Outdoor Ministries Webb City, MO | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
| Charlie 22 Outdoors Webb City, MO | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,950,337 | $197,931 | $279,310 | $205,000 | 21 | $205,000 | $123,621 | $195,889 |
| 2024 | $3,026,086 | $188,446 | $201,648 | $132,000 | 21 | $132,000 | $119,327 | $157,188 |
| 2023 | $3,045,551 | $186,718 | $223,193 | $155,000 | 16 | $155,000 | $121,208 | $154,384 |
| 2022 | $3,076,545 | $180,622 | $238,276 | $170,000 | 17 | $170,000 | $112,346 | $155,852 |
| 2021 | $3,134,199 | $278,169 | $345,409 | $260,000 | 22 | $260,000 | $135,481 | $160,099 |
| 2020 | $3,207,289 | $183,885 | $98,596 | — | — | — | $85,289 | $96,798 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr reported a distributable amount of $196K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants included support for education, religious organizations, social services, and other charitable organizations. For example, Missouri Southern Foundation says it provides financial support to Missouri Southern State University for scholarships, student awards, departmental support, cultural activities, general college support, and faculty development. Webb City R-7 Schools Foundation says it supports educational and enrichment programs, student well-being, and capital improvements for the district. Charlie 22 Outdoors describes its mission as serving veterans and their families through outdoor events.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation gave $205,000 through 21 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $5,000 to $45,000, with a median grant of $5,000.
Among the largest listed grants were $45,000 to the University of Arkansas; $20,000 each to Webb City R-7 Schools Foundation and Missouri Southern Foundation; and $15,000 to Pitt State University Foundation. Other listed awards included $10,000 each to First Baptist Church of Webb City, Joplin Area Catholic Schools, the Salvation Army in Joplin, and St Peters Catholic School. The foundation also awarded $5,000 each to Peterson Outdoor Ministries, Charlie 22 Outdoors, Crossline Ministries of Joplin, and Lafayette House.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Southwest Missouri Bank as trustee and Jason Gaskill and Debra Gaskill as directors.
Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr's 2025 filing lists 3 officers; 2 of 3 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Debra Gaskill
Director
Selection Co → Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$14K (2021) → $16K (2025)
Southwest Missouri Bank
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$7K (2020) → $16K (2025)
Jason Gaskill
Director
Selection Co → Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $16K, to Southwest Missouri Bank (Trustee). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr
How much does Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr give each year?
Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr gave $205K across 21 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $132K across 21 grants.
What is Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr's typical grant size?
Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr's median grant in 2025 was $5,000, and its average grant was $9,762, across 21 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr that year got $5K on average.
Where does Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr give grants?
Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr gives mostly in Missouri: 71% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Arkansas (22%) and Kansas (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Joplin, MO (12 grants) and Webb City, MO (7 grants).
Who are Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr's largest grantees?
Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr's largest 2025 grantees include University of Arkansas ($45,000), Webb City R-7 Schools Foundation ($20,000) and Missouri Southern Foundation ($20,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr?
Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr reported $3.0M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $205K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $196K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants included support for education, religious organizations, social services, and other charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr?
Contact Southwest Missouri Bank. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr's EIN?
Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-1730058. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 11, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Jim and Carol Gaskill Memorial Tr funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 16, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/jim-and-carol-gaskill-memorial-tr-morg_361115de60c54de29ca057f654a005d3
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