The Opportunity Trust
St Louis, Missouri · EIN 821838644 · Private foundation
The Opportunity Trust is a Missouri-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $2.8M in annual giving against $3.5M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 180 grants for The Opportunity Trust. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Opportunity Trust funds
The Opportunity Trust's giving carries a documented focus on education.
Populations it has supported include families.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Believe Schools NEW SCHOOLS | Indianapolis, IN | $1.5M | 2025 |
| Gateway Science Academy of St Louis EXISTING SCHOOL EXPANSION | St Louis, MO | $1.3M | 2025 |
| Kairos Academies NEW SCHOOLS | St Louis, MO | $1.3M | 2025 |
How to apply for funding from The Opportunity Trust
The Opportunity Trust's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at theopportunitytrust.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Opportunity Trust
- Does The Opportunity Trust accept grant applications?
- The Opportunity Trust's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Opportunity Trust fund?
- The Opportunity Trust's grants focus on education. Example recipients include Believe Schools, Gateway Science Academy of St Louis, Kairos Academies. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Opportunity Trust give in grants?
- The Opportunity Trust reported $2.8M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $36.4M over 180 grants.
- Where is The Opportunity Trust located?
- The Opportunity Trust is based in St Louis, Missouri. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 821838644.
- How can I find foundations similar to The Opportunity Trust?
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