Heartland Midwest Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Heartland Midwest Foundation is a private foundation in Olathe, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $3,075 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $522 and the largest $1,000. 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$3,075
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$522
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$55,818
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $8,565 the year before.
40% 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 | $4,310 | 4 | $54,071 |
| 2024 | $8,565 | 5 | $47,765 |
| 2025 | $3,075 | 5 | $55,818 |
How to apply
Heartland Midwest 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 Heartland Midwest Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 2 | $1,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $535 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $522 |
| Oregon | 1 | $518 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Waverly Riptide | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Francis Service Dogs | Charitable | $535 |
| Heartland Humane Society | Charitable | $522 |
| Dogs for Better Lives | Charitable | $518 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Bennett
- Debra Bennett
Questions people ask
Does Heartland Midwest Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Heartland Midwest Foundation give?
$3,075 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $522.
Who runs Heartland Midwest Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Bennett (Trustee) and Debra Bennett (Trustee).
What does Heartland Midwest Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.