Beach-Edwards Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Beach-Edwards Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mission, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $353,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $56,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$353,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$56,500
- Assets$9.0 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $320,200 the year before.
42% 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 | $334,500 | 35 | $7.4 million |
| 2024 | $320,200 | 30 | $7.9 million |
| 2025 | $353,000 | 28 | $9.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Carrie Edwards PO Box 1082, Mission, KS 66201 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (816) 522-9512 |
| What to submit | Grant applicants must submit a 1-2 page letter of inquiry that contains:1) purpose and history of the ORGANIZATION2) goals and objectives of the project for which funding is being sought and population it SERVES3) current status of the project (i.e. Date established and anticipated duration)4) organization's annual budget and detailed project budget with amount REQUESTED5) copy of the organization's IRS exemption letterletters of inquiry are reviewed within 60 days of receipt. If the project falls within the interests of the foundation, the applicant will be advised to submit a complete proposal, including a listing of what additional information is required by the board of directors. Completed applications will be discussed at the next scheduled board of directors' meeting, provided all the requested information is received at least 30 days prior to the meeting. Applicants will be notified of the disposition of the requests within 2 weeks after the board meeting. |
| Deadlines | Applications and letter of inquiry accepted at any time. |
| Restrictions | Preference is given to Kansas residents and not-for-profit organizations which have IRS exemption letter. |
What Beach-Edwards Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 24 | $285,500 |
| California | 3 | $42,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hutchinson Community Foundation | Capital projects and program support | $56,500 |
| Hays Arts Council | Capital project | $30,000 |
| Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation | Capital improvements | $25,000 |
| Colorado Drive Foundation Inc | Program support | $25,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $25,000 |
| Eisenhower Health Foundation | Program support | $22,500 |
| DSNWK | Capital needs | $20,000 |
| Hutchinson Reg Med Center FDTN | Capital project | $20,000 |
| HCC Endowment Association | Capital support, grant support, program support, community grants | $15,000 |
| Fox Theatre | Program underwriting& program support | $11,500 |
| Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center | Field trips | $10,000 |
| Eisenhower Foundation | Field trips | $10,000 |
| United Way of Reno County | Program support | $10,000 |
| Desert Community Foundation | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Kansas Sampler Foundation | Project support | $10,000 |
| University of Kansas Health System | Program support | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of Reno Couty | Capital project | $10,000 |
| Living Desert Zoo Gardens | Capital project | $10,000 |
| Heartland Community Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
| Ksu Foundation | Program underwriting, scholarships | $5,000 |
| Corey Pete Golf Fore Kids | Program support | $5,000 |
| Hutchinson KS Public Library | Program support | $2,000 |
| Hutchinson Theatre Guild | General support | $1,000 |
| Brighthouse | Program support | $1,000 |
| First Call for Help | Program support | $1,000 |
| LMH Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Individual | General support | $1,000 |
| Kansas Advocates for Better Care | Program support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carrie Edwards
- Ra Edwards
- Terry Edwards
Questions people ask
Does Beach-Edwards Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications and letter of inquiry accepted at any time..
How much does Beach-Edwards Family Foundation give?
$353,000 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Beach-Edwards Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carrie Edwards (Executive Dir.), Ra Edwards (Vice President) and Terry Edwards (President).
What does Beach-Edwards Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and health.