Five Mile Childrens Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Five Mile Childrens Foundation is a private foundation in Baxter Springs, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,150 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $3,950 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$18,150
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$3,950
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $37,450 the year before.
25% 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 | $141,250 | 7 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $37,450 | 6 | $4.4 million |
| 2025 | $18,150 | 4 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Five Mile Childrens 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 3 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,900 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $2,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cherokee County Toybox Salvation Army | Christmas program donation | $10,000 |
| Riverton Schools Greenbush Virtual Summer School | Program donation | $5,900 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Ottawa County | Program donation | $2,000 |
| Quapaw Fire Department | Program donation | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- John T Archer
- Natalie Clark
- Ashley Qualls Groves
- John Westmoreland
- Matthew Archer
- Jason Walker
- Candace Gayosos
- Dennis Burke
- James T Archer
Questions people ask
Does Five Mile Childrens Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Five Mile Childrens Foundation give?
$18,150 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $3,950.
Who runs Five Mile Childrens Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John T Archer (Officer/Chairman), Natalie Clark (Secretary), Ashley Qualls Groves (Board of Trustees) and John Westmoreland (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.