Donlan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donlan Foundation is a private foundation in Wichita, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $271,350 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $169,500. 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$271,350
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$169,500
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was down from $499,100 the year before.
16% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $333,500 | 19 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $499,100 | 25 | $6.9 million |
| 2025 | $271,350 | 19 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
Donlan 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 Donlan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 13 | $239,350 |
| Kansas | 1 | $12,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $6,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Community Foundation | Operating fund for community funds | $169,500 |
| Solidago Conservancy | Operating fund for other public charity | $50,000 |
| Audubon of Kansas | Operating fund for other public charity | $12,500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Operating fund for other public charity | $10,000 |
| Denver Art Museum | Operating fund for other public charity | $5,000 |
| Hopespoke | Operating fund for other public charity | $5,000 |
| Lincoln Children's Zoo | Operating fund for community funds | $5,000 |
| Lux Center for the Arts | Operating fund for other public charity | $2,500 |
| Unity of Tucson | Operating fund for religious organization | $2,500 |
| Nebraska Wesleyan University | Operating fund for educational organization | $2,000 |
| Bone Creek Art Museum | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,000 |
| Just Associates | Operating fund for welfare organization | $1,000 |
| Museum of Nebraska Art | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,000 |
| Omaha Public Radio - Kios | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,000 |
| United Cerebral Palsy of Nebraska | Operating fund for medical organization | $1,000 |
| Voices for Children | Operating fund for community funds | $1,000 |
| Sheldon Museum of Art | Operating fund for other public charity | $500 |
| Woods Tennis and Educational Foundation | Operating fund for community funds | $500 |
| Fresh Start | Operating fund for other public charity | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret L Donlan
Questions people ask
Does Donlan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donlan Foundation give?
$271,350 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Donlan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Margaret L Donlan (Trustee).
What does Donlan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and youth programs.