Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee
Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee is a private foundation based in Saint Louis, Missouri. Its 2025 filing reports 11 grants totaling $635,000 to charitable organizations, including educational institutions, a children’s research hospital, animal-welfare organizations, and community-service organizations.
Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee at a glance
In short: Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee gave $635K across 11 grants in 2025 (avg $58K), top state Florida. 0% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $635,000
- +15.5% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 11
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $57,727
- +15.5% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $6,069,816
- +52.6% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 0% first-time grantees (0 of 11, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Florida (31% 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 Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 505 Mac H0006-092, Saint Louis, MO 63166
Phone: (888) 730-4933
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Chapel of the Good Shepherd ($175K). Together the top 10 received $625K.
Grant Size Distribution
56 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 30 grants of 56 (54%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 grants went to organizations in multiple states. By share of grant dollars, the largest recipient-state shares were Florida (31%), Mississippi (28%), Tennessee (12%), New Jersey (10%), and Minnesota (8%). Listed recipients were also located in Michigan and Illinois.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee open to new grantees?
0%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 0 of 11 grantees (0%) were first-time recipients. With only 11 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 9 points. How we count
- 91% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 27% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 104% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2025). 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 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $375K (2020) to $635K (2025). In 2025 it made 11 grants totaling $635K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chapel of the Good Shepherd Florence, MS | General Operating | $175,000 |
| Masters Academy of Vero Beach Inc Vero Beach, FL | General Operating | $100,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Inc Memphis, TN | General Operating | $75,000 |
| Animal Aid Inc Williamstown, NJ | General Operating | $55,250 |
| Christ Episcopal Church Red Wing, MN | General Operating | $50,000 |
| Pensacola Christian College Inc Pensacola, FL | General Operating | $50,000 |
| Hope College Holland, MI | General Operating | $37,750 |
| Ragdale Foundation Lake Forest, IL | General Operating | $37,000 |
| The Hope for Families Center Inc Vero Beach, FL | General Operating | $35,000 |
| Verona Rescue Squad Incorporated Verona, NJ | General Operating | $10,000 |
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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 | $6,069,816 | $2,846,817 | $757,110 | $635,000 | 11 | $668,525 | $2,771,017 | $645,283 |
| 2024 | $3,976,825 | $888,838 | $665,275 | $550,000 | 11 | $585,349 | $817,108 | $667,816 |
| 2023 | $3,744,976 | $659,401 | $680,565 | $560,000 | 10 | $592,507 | $572,108 | $589,151 |
| 2022 | $3,767,465 | $311,994 | $610,948 | $500,000 | 13 | $536,558 | $251,892 | $605,820 |
| 2021 | $4,067,285 | $652,543 | $508,785 | $410,000 | 11 | $447,179 | $591,935 | $629,104 |
| 2020 | $3,924,015 | $161,038 | $460,710 | $375,000 | 7 | — | $229,060 | $512,734 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee reported a distributable amount of $645K 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 include support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Master’s Academy of Vero Beach says its mission is to academically challenge and spiritually develop students; St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital says it advances cures and prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment; and Animal Aid says it provides education, awareness, and resources for companion animals. Other 2025 recipients describe missions involving Christian education, artists’ creative work, housing support for homeless families, and free ambulance and rescue services.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation gave 11 grants totaling $635,000. Grant amounts ranged from $10,000 to $175,000, with a median of $50,000. The largest awards included $175,000 to Chapel of the Good Shepherd, $100,000 to Master’s Academy of Vero Beach, $75,000 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and $55,250 to Animal Aid. All 11 listed grants were for general operating support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Helen Post and Susan Post Schlachtenhaufen as co-trustees, and Wells Fargo Bank N.A. as trustee.
Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee's 2025 filing lists 3 officers; all 3 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Helen Post
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$27K (2020) → $26K (2025)
Susan Post Schlachtenhaufen
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
$7K (2023) → $7K (2025)
Wells Fargo Bank N A
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
$53K (2023) → $67K (2025)
Former officers (2)
- Former: Helen Post Co Wells Fargo (2022–2023) — Co-Trustee
- Former: Wells Fargo (2020–2022) — Co-Trustee
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 $67K, to Wells Fargo Bank N a (Trustee). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee
How much does Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee give each year?
Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee gave $635K across 11 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $550K across 11 grants.
What is Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee's typical grant size?
Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee's median grant in 2025 was $50,000, and its average grant was $57,727, across 11 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee give grants?
Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee's top state is Florida, with 31% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Mississippi (28%) and Tennessee (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Vero Beach, FL (2 grants).
Does Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (11 of 11) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee's largest grantees?
Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee's largest 2025 grantees include Chapel of the Good Shepherd ($175,000), Masters Academy of Vero Beach Inc ($100,000) and St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Inc ($75,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 55% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee?
Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee reported $6.1M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $669K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $645K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants include support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Master’s Academy of Vero Beach says its mission is to academically challenge and spiritually develop students; St. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee's EIN?
Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 01-6182253. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Louis Plansoen Fdn Co-Ttee accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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 4, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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