Seebe Frances Tuw
Seebe Frances Tuw is a private foundation based in Saint Louis, Missouri. Its 2026 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, including organizations working in health, wildlife conservation, habitat restoration, and animal welfare.
Seebe Frances Tuw at a glance
In short: Seebe Frances Tuw gave $143K across 14 grants in 2026 (avg $10K), top state Georgia. 0% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $143,250
- -20.4% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 14
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $10,232
- -20.4% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $7,000
- Total assets
- $2,910,751
- -0.1% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 0% first-time grantees (0 of 14, 2026; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Georgia (30% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Seebe Frances Tuw
- 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 Seebe Frances Tuw funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Arthritis Foundation Inc ($27K). Together the top 10 received $127K.
Grant Size Distribution
72 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 72 grants of 72 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2026 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in multiple states. The largest reported shares were Georgia (30%), California (22%), the District of Columbia (10%), Florida (10%), and Pennsylvania (5%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Seebe Frances Tuw open to new grantees?
0%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 0 of 14 grantees (0%) were first-time recipients. With only 14 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. How we count
- 100% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (−20%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 75% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2026). 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 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $98K (2021) to $180K (2025). In 2026 it made 14 grants totaling $143K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arthritis Foundation Inc Atlanta, GA | General Operating | $27,000 |
| USC Norris Cancer Center Los Angeles, CA | General Operating | $27,000 |
| The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Internation Atlanta, GA | General Operating | $16,250 |
| Wildlife Guardians Washington, DC | General Operating | $15,000 |
| Environmental Education and Conservation Coudersport, PA | General Operating | $7,000 |
| Poodle and Pooch Rescue Inc Deland, FL | General Operating | $7,000 |
| Borderlands Restoration Network Patagonia, AZ | General Operating | $7,000 |
| American Bird Conservancy Marshall, VA | General Operating | $7,000 |
| Save the Manatee Club Inc Longwood, FL | General Support | $7,000 |
| Wolf Haven International Tenino, WA | General Operating | $7,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,910,751 | $200,745 | $203,605 | $143,250 | 14 | $151,919 | $153,984 | $202,165 |
| 2025 | $2,913,098 | $243,753 | $283,663 | $180,000 | 14 | $251,412 | $209,181 | $201,973 |
| 2024 | $2,953,021 | $113,968 | $215,114 | $153,572 | 14 | $174,360 | $64,109 | $198,814 |
| 2023 | $3,048,751 | $167,902 | $271,545 | $178,472 | 15 | $229,672 | $127,672 | $203,762 |
| 2022 | $3,152,173 | $344,854 | $251,932 | $163,900 | 15 | $216,209 | $302,118 | $231,488 |
| 2021 | $3,059,180 | $22,192 | $179,743 | $98,375 | 14 | — | $30,542 | $196,725 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Seebe Frances Tuw reported a distributable amount of $202K for 2026 — 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 2026 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. For example, the Arthritis Foundation describes its work as pursuing a cure for arthritis and providing resources, science, advocacy, and community connections. Wildlife Guardians says it promotes the survival and well-being of African lions and other imperiled wildlife. Wolf Haven International describes work to protect wolves and their habitat, provide sanctuary, and offer wildlife education. Other supported organizations describe work in dog rescue and welfare, ecosystem restoration, and bird conservation.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation reported 14 grants totaling $143,250. Grants ranged from $4,000 to $27,000, with a median grant of $7,000. The largest listed grants were $27,000 each to the Arthritis Foundation and USC Norris Cancer Center, followed by $16,250 to the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International and $15,000 to Wildlife Guardians. Other listed grants included $7,000 to Environmental Education and Conservation, Poodle and Pooch Rescue, Borderlands Restoration Network, American Bird Conservancy, Save the Manatee Club, and Wolf Haven International; and $4,000 to Fences for Fido and Animal Friends Rescue Project.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N.A. as trustee.
Seebe Frances Tuw's only listed officer is Wells Fargo Bank N A, Trustee on every filing since 2021 (compensated).
Officers on the 2026 filing
Wells Fargo Bank N A
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
$38K (2021) → $28K (2026)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Ruth Musgrave (2021–2024) — Cotrustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $28K, to Wells Fargo Bank N a (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about Seebe Frances Tuw
How much does Seebe Frances Tuw give each year?
Seebe Frances Tuw gave $143K across 14 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $180K across 14 grants.
What is Seebe Frances Tuw's typical grant size?
Seebe Frances Tuw's median grant in 2026 was $7,000, and its average grant was $10,232, across 14 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Seebe Frances Tuw give grants?
Seebe Frances Tuw's top state is Georgia, with 30% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (22%) and District of Columbia (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Atlanta, GA (2 grants).
Does Seebe Frances Tuw give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Seebe Frances Tuw's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (14 of 14) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Seebe Frances Tuw's largest grantees?
Seebe Frances Tuw's largest 2026 grantees include Arthritis Foundation Inc ($27,000), USC Norris Cancer Center ($27,000) and The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Internation ($16,250), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 49% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Seebe Frances Tuw?
Seebe Frances Tuw reported $2.9M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $152K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $202K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Seebe Frances Tuw fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. For example, the Arthritis Foundation describes its work as pursuing a cure for arthritis and providing resources, science, advocacy, and community connections. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Seebe Frances Tuw?
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 Seebe Frances Tuw's EIN?
Seebe Frances Tuw's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-6795278. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does Seebe Frances Tuw 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
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS June 7, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS June 7, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS June 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS June 11, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS June 9, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS June 11, 2026)
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Grantable. (2026). Seebe Frances Tuw funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 14, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/seebe-frances-tuw-morg_02e62b48f2ca4dac834787f6a7b9b6b5
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