Brian & Joo Won Kaser Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brian & Joo Won Kaser Family Foundation is a private foundation in Overland Park, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $119,250 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $90,000. 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$119,250
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $109,000 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 | $109,000 | 7 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $119,250 | 7 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Brian & Joo Won Kaser 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 Brian & Joo Won Kaser Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 4 | $97,750 |
| Kansas | 1 | $15,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Boys and Girls Club | General purpose | $90,000 |
| Church of the Resurrection | General purpose | $15,500 |
| Illinois College of Optometry | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Kansas City Free Eye Clinic | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Sheffield Place | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Breakthrough for Juvenile Diabetes | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City | General purpose | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Kaser
- Joo Won Lee Kaser
- Erin Kaser
Questions people ask
Does Brian & Joo Won Kaser Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brian & Joo Won Kaser Family Foundation give?
$119,250 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Brian & Joo Won Kaser Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Brian Kaser (Director), Joo Won Lee Kaser (Director) and Erin Kaser (Director).
What does Brian & Joo Won Kaser Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.