Bickimer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bickimer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lenexa, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $117,859 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $26,211. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$117,859
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$26,211
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was up from $42,230 the year before.
61% 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 | $102,000 | 17 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $42,230 | 20 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $117,859 | 38 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Bickimer 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bickimer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Kansas. It also paid $2,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 17 | $75,779 |
| Missouri | 10 | $21,540 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $6,500 |
| California | 3 | $6,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,540 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Building Hope Foundation | Affordable housing initiatives | $26,211 |
| Johnson County Community College Foundation | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Kansas City Community Foundation | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Kansas City Royals Foundation | Literacy advocacy programs | $4,259 |
| Kids TLC | Special needs support children and young adults | $4,108 |
| Villa St Francis | Skilled nursing and hospice for the impovrished | $3,500 |
| Neumann University | The sister lina sariego scholarship | $3,000 |
| First Midwest | First responders mental health support | $2,950 |
| The Salvation Army Kansas City | Support for the impoverished | $2,540 |
| Morning Glory Ministires | Homeless support | $2,531 |
| Bishop Ward High School | Education | $2,500 |
| Casa | Judicial system children advocacy | $2,500 |
| Casa del Migrante En Tijuana | Housing support services for migrant families | $2,500 |
| Catholic Charities of Kcmo | Food pantry for the impovrished | $2,500 |
| Donnely College | Education | $2,500 |
| Embrace | Educational support for elementary special needs students | $2,500 |
| Friends of JCDS | Education | $2,500 |
| Healing House | Womens shelter | $2,500 |
| Nymbani Childrens Home | Care and support of HIV orphans and children | $2,500 |
| Seton Center | Social services for the less fortunate | $2,500 |
| St Mary Fransciscan Family Shelter | Community services for homeless families | $2,500 |
| Together California | Foster care housing and support services initiative | $2,500 |
| Urban Rangers | Programs for african american innter city youth | $2,500 |
| Cef | Catholic elementary schoool scholarships | $2,000 |
| St Therese School | Education | $1,750 |
| Carl's Cause | Mental health awareness | $1,029 |
| Alheimer's Association | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Annunctiation House | Short term care facility for refugees | $1,000 |
| Cancer Action KC | Support services for less fortunate patients undergoing cancer treatments | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities la | Fire relief donation | $1,000 |
| Fire Foundation | Special needs support in kc area schools | $1,000 |
| Jesuit Refugee Service | Serving the global needs of displaced persons | $1,000 |
| Rose Brooks Center | Womens domestic abuse shelter & services | $1,000 |
| St Francis Inn | Community food, clothing and support services | $1,000 |
| Sunflower House | Childrends advocacy center | $1,000 |
| Welcome House | Substance abuse support for men | $1,000 |
| Chordoma Foundation | Qhuirate chordoma cancer initiative | $781 |
| Sisters Servants of Mary | Hospice ministry | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- T J Bickimer
- M H Bickimer
- D K Kanatzar
- Megan Kline
- Mike Melissa Bickimer
Questions people ask
Does Bickimer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bickimer Family Foundation give?
$117,859 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Bickimer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists T J Bickimer (President), M H Bickimer (Vice-Pres), D K Kanatzar (Directors) and Megan Kline (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bickimer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, housing and homelessness and human services.