H Neil Mecaskey Jr Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
H Neil Mecaskey Jr Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lawrence, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 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$35,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$876,620
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,000 the year before.
83% 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 | $30,300 | 3 | $664,228 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 2 | $719,230 |
| 2025 | $35,000 | 6 | $876,620 |
How to apply
H Neil Mecaskey Jr Foundation Inc 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 | 5 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LMH Health Foundation | Support for lmh health cancer center expansion and rennovation | $10,000 |
| Douglas County Historical Society | Support | $10,000 |
| 1035 Maple Street Foundation Inc | Support | $10,000 |
| Lawrence Public Library Foundation | Support | $2,500 |
| Ballard Community Center | Support | $1,250 |
| The Food Bank of Douglas County | Support | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Beverly Billings
- Donald Johnston
Questions people ask
Does H Neil Mecaskey Jr Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does H Neil Mecaskey Jr Foundation Inc give?
$35,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs H Neil Mecaskey Jr Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Beverly Billings (President) and Donald Johnston (Secretary).