Bangs Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bangs Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lenexa, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $125,234 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $45,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$125,234
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $177,979 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $159,075 | 9 | $2.5 million |
| 2023 | $177,979 | 16 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $125,234 | 9 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Bangs Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Bangs Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 4 | $65,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $234 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Joy Meadows | Donation | $45,000 |
| Restoration House of East Tennessee | Donation | $25,000 |
| Children's Skin Disease Foundation | Donation | $20,000 |
| Mission Adelante | Donation | $10,000 |
| Children's Dream Fund | Donation | $10,000 |
| Second Wind Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| Urban Scholastic Center | Donation | $5,000 |
| Smoky Mountain Service Dogs | Donation | $5,000 |
| Bethany Christian Mission | Donation | $234 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine Bangs
- Michael Bangs
- Theresa K Wood
- Jeffrey Bangs
- David A Wood
- Tammy Bangs
Questions people ask
Does Bangs Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bangs Family Foundation give?
$125,234 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Bangs Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Katherine Bangs (Director), Michael Bangs (Director), Theresa K Wood (Director) and Jeffrey Bangs (Chairman) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Bangs Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and faith communities.