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Gateway Foundation Trust is a private trust based in SAINT LOUIS, MO. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2004. The principal officer is Matthew A Fischer. It holds total assets of $82.4M. Annual income is reported at $1.6M. Total assets have grown from $52.2M in 2011 to $88.1M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 9 officers and trustees. Founded in 1986 to enrich life and culture in the St. Louis area by supporting efforts to acquire, create, or improve tangible and durable art and urban design. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in St. Louis Metropolitan Area and Greater St. Louis Community. According to available records, Gateway Foundation Trust has made 36 grants totaling $3.7M, with a median grant of $38K. Individual grants have ranged from $240 to $961K, with an average award of $103K. The foundation has supported 14 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in Missouri. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$658
Median Grant
$13K
Average Grant
$93K
Largest Grant
$845K
Based on 14 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Financial support directed toward nonprofit arts organizations throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan Area.
Investment in lighting and parks initiatives that contribute to the region's cultural identity.
Loan programs that distribute artistic pieces across St. Louis neighborhoods, making sculpture more accessible to residents.
Public sculpture park project in St. Louis.
Fellowship program for artists.
Biennial artists program for St. Louis region.
Founded in 1986 to enrich life and culture in the St. Louis area by supporting efforts to acquire, create, or improve tangible and durable art and urban design. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 36 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MO.
Gateway Foundation Trust has distributed a total of $3.7M across 36 grants. The median grant size is $38K, with an average of $103K. Individual grants have ranged from $240 to $961K.
Gateway Foundation Trust typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. Organizations must have tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) and be headquartered and provide services within the Greater St. Louis Community. Foundation does NOT fund: endowment funds or capital campaigns, general operations, travel or conferences, or social service programming.
Gateway Foundation Trust is headquartered in SAINT LOUIS, MO. The foundation primarily funds organizations in St. Louis Metropolitan Area, Greater St. Louis Community.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heather Sweeney | ADMINISTRATOR | $51K | $18K | $69K |
| Jennifer Sweet | ADMINISTRATOR - RESIGNED JANUARY 2023 | $21K | $9K | $29K |
| Meredith Malone | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Matthew Fischer | PRESIDENT/TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Michael Fischer | VICE-PRESIDENT/TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lisa Melandri | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Susan Rava | SEC/TREAS/TTE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Martha Fischer | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Andrew Newman | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$5.3M
Total Assets
$88.1M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$85.1M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$2.7M
Distribution Amount
$3.6M
Total Grants
36
Total Giving
$3.7M
Average Grant
$103K
Median Grant
$38K
Unique Recipients
14
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Of St LouisMAINTENANCE OF CITYGARDEN | St Louis, MO | $961K | 2022 |
| Contemporary Art MuseumFUNDING OF 3 ARTIST AWARDS, EXHIBITION AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES | St Louis, MO | $161K | 2022 |
| National Park ServiceFUND THE COST OF ELECTRICAL SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE IN CONNECTION WITH THE LIGHTING OF THE ARCH | St Louis, MO | $85K | 2022 |
| St Louis ShakespeareFUNDING FOR STAGING VAN | St Louis, MO | $54K | 2022 |
| The Black RepFORD TRANSIT VAN AND DECALS | St Louis, MO | $52K | 2022 |
| Regional Arts CommissionGYO OBATA FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM SUPPORT, REVISED ADMIN STAFF SUPPORT | St Louis, MO | $45K | 2022 |
| Craft AllianceSUPPORT FOR ARTS FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM AT SUMNER HIGH SCHOOL; MURAL ARTS PROGRAM | St Louis, MO | $30K | 2022 |
| Pride St Louis IncFUNDING FOR THE CIVIL COURTS LIGHTING DISPLAY | St Louis, MO | $16K | 2022 |
| African People'S Education And Defense FundOUTDOOR MURAL AT THE GARY BROOKS COMMUNITY GARDEN | St Louis, MO | $10K | 2022 |
| The Big Muddy Dance CompanyMOBILE CREATION STUDIO | St Louis, MO | $8K | 2022 |
| Laumeier Sculpture ParkPARK FURNISHINGS FOR THE EMERSON VISITOR CENTER | St Louis, MO | $7K | 2022 |
| Metro Theater CompanyFREE STUDENT SEATING PROGRAM FOR ACCESS TO CHILDRENS THEATER | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2022 |
| Cinema St LouisARTIST AWARD PROGRAM CINEMA AT CITYGARDEN | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2022 |
| Charitable Contribution Passthrough From Foundation Partners Fund LlcVARIOUS PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $240 | 2022 |