Buford Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Buford Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wichita, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $55,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$55,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $30,000 | 2 | $928,864 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 2 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $55,000 | 4 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Buford 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 3 | $30,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Tulsa | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Envision Inc | Diminished vision | $10,000 |
| The Kansas Humane Society | Animal cruelty | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Assistance to underprivileged | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- C Robert Buford
- R C Buford
- Anne S Buford
- Beth Buford
Questions people ask
Does Buford Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Buford Family Foundation give?
$55,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Buford Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists C Robert Buford (Director President), R C Buford (Director - Vice President), Anne S Buford (Director-Secretary & Treasurer) and Beth Buford (Director-Vice President).