Bolene Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Bolene Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Wichita, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $10,000. 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$25,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$236,242
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was down from $38,000 the year before.
12% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $30,384 | 26 | $278,792 |
| 2024 | $38,000 | 24 | $272,379 |
| 2025 | $25,000 | 25 | $236,242 |
How to apply
Bolene Charitable Trust 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 Bolene Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 22 | $23,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Museum of New Mexico Foundation | Operating fund for other public charity | $10,000 |
| St Elizabeth Shelters | Operating fund for welfare organization | $2,000 |
| The Food Depot | Operating funds for welfare organization | $1,500 |
| Bag and Hand Pantry | Operating fund for welfare organization | $1,000 |
| Kitchen Angels | Operating fund for welfare organization | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains | Operating fund for medical organization | $1,000 |
| Santa Fe Community Foundation | Operating fund for community funds | $1,000 |
| Think New Mexico | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,000 |
| Bienvenidos Outreach Inc | Operating fund for welfare organization | $500 |
| Cornerstone Community Partnerships | Operating fund for other public charity | $500 |
| Growing Up New Mexico | Operating fund for other public charity | $500 |
| Knme Tvuniversity of New Mexico | Operating fund for other public charity | $500 |
| La Familia Medical Center | Operating fund for medical organization | $500 |
| Santa Fe Children's Museum | Operating fund for community funds | $500 |
| Santa Fe Prep | Operating fund for educational organization | $500 |
| The Lensic Performing Arts Center | Operating fund for community funds | $500 |
| Youth Shelters and Family Services | Operating fund for welfare organization | $500 |
| Amigos Bravos | Operating fund for other public charity | $250 |
| National Park Foundation | Operating fund for other public charity | $250 |
| New Mexico Environmental Law Center | Operating fund for other public charity | $250 |
| New Mexico Land Conservancy | Operating fund for other public charity | $250 |
| New Mexico Wilderness Alliance | Operating fund for other public charity | $250 |
| Santa Fe Conservation Trust | Operating fund for other public charity | $250 |
| The Heart and Soul Animal Sanctuary | Operating fund for community funds | $250 |
| The Trust for Public Land | Operating fund for other public charity | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce M Bolene
Questions people ask
Does Bolene Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bolene Charitable Trust give?
$25,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Bolene Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce M Bolene (Trustee).
What does Bolene Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, food and hunger and housing and homelessness.