Barton P & Mary D Cohen Charitable 1
Accepts applications
Barton P & Mary D Cohen Charitable 1 is a private foundation in Overland Park, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $21,250 and the largest $499,496. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.0 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$21,250
- Largest grant$499,496
- Assets$13.7 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $326,667 the year before.
83% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $513,667 | 11 | $11.8 million |
| 2024 | $326,667 | 8 | $13.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 18 | $13.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Midwest Trust Company 5901 College Blvd Ste 100, Overland Park, KS 66211 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (913) 319-0300 |
| What to submit | Letter request with description of activities |
| Restrictions | Yes, for details, please see website |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Barton P & Mary D Cohen Charitable 1 funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 14 | $936,996 |
| Missouri | 4 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Giving Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $499,496 |
| Kids TLC Inc | Charitable | $120,000 |
| Eden Village of Kansas City | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Kansas City Symphony | Scholarship | $50,000 |
| Growing Futures Early Education Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Kansas City Kansas Community College Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Leawood Foundation | Grant | $50,000 |
| Kansas City Legal Services | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Horizon Academy | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Blue Valley Educational Foundation | Charitable | $17,500 |
| Johnson County Library | Scholarship | $15,000 |
| House of Hope | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Johnson County Community College Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| First Tee of Greater Kansas City | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Della Lamb Community Services | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Johnson County Bar Foundation | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Olathe Public Schools Foundation | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Youth Chorus of Kansas City | Scholarship | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Midwest Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Barton P & Mary D Cohen Charitable 1 accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Barton P & Mary D Cohen Charitable 1 give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $21,250.
Who runs Barton P & Mary D Cohen Charitable 1?
Its 2025 filing lists Midwest Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Barton P & Mary D Cohen Charitable 1 fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.