Gillcrist Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gillcrist Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Overland Park, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $115,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $27,000. 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$115,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$27,000
- Assets$526,257
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $98,500 the year before.
18% 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 | $92,000 | 8 | $623,140 |
| 2024 | $98,500 | 9 | $564,256 |
| 2025 | $115,500 | 11 | $526,257 |
How to apply
Gillcrist Charitable 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 Gillcrist Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 11 | $115,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Spirit Catholic Church | Support mission of parish | $27,000 |
| Blessed Brian Foundation | Support mission of the Blessed Brian Foundation | $21,000 |
| St Benedicts Abbey | Support mission of abbey | $20,000 |
| Archdiocese of Kansas City Kansas | Support mission of archdiocese | $12,000 |
| Saint James Academy | Support Mission of Academy | $10,000 |
| Mother Teresa of Calcutta Church | To support the mission of the Parish | $10,000 |
| Little Brothers of the Lamb | To support the mission of the Little Brothers of the Lamb | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities of NE Kansas | Support of Catholic Charities | $3,500 |
| St Pauls Outreach | Support of St Pauls mission | $3,000 |
| Holy Family School of Faith | Support mission of School of Faith | $3,000 |
| Carls Cause | Support mission of Carls Cause | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Gillcrist
- Teresa Gillcrist
- Katherine Cotter
- Patrick Gillcrist
- James Gillcrist
- Marion Gillcrist
Questions people ask
Does Gillcrist Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gillcrist Charitable Foundation give?
$115,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Gillcrist Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Gillcrist (Trustee), Teresa Gillcrist (Trustee), Katherine Cotter (Trustee) and Patrick Gillcrist (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Gillcrist Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.