James W Garvey Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
James W Garvey Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Wichita, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $818,648 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $750,000. 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$818,648
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$750,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2025 was up from $111,500 the year before.
3% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $122,500 | 38 | $378,929 |
| 2024 | $111,500 | 38 | $447,914 |
| 2025 | $818,648 | 37 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
James W Garvey Family Charitable Trust 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 James W Garvey Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 23 | $794,148 |
| California | 1 | $8,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $6,000 |
| Virginia | 5 | $4,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Independent School | Operating fund for educational organization | $750,000 |
| Kansas Policy Institute | Operating fund for other public charity | $15,480 |
| The Independent Institute | Operating fund for other public charity | $8,000 |
| We Treat Kids Right | Operating fund for welfare organization | $6,000 |
| Friends University | Operating fund for educational organization | $5,000 |
| KPTS Public Television | Operating fund for other public charity | $4,168 |
| Music Theatre of Wichita | Operating fund for other public charity | $2,500 |
| Kansas Food Bank | Operating fund for welfare organization | $2,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Operating fund for welfare organization | $2,000 |
| Foundation for Economic Education | Operating fund for educational organization | $1,500 |
| Students for Liberty | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,500 |
| Wichita Symphony | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,500 |
| Adventure Unlimited | Operating fund for religious organization | $1,000 |
| Breakthrough Episcopal Social Services | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,000 |
| Cedars Camps | Operating fund for educational organization | $1,000 |
| Humankind Ministries | Operating fund for welfare organization | $1,000 |
| Institute for Humane Studies George Mason University | Operating fund for educational organization | $1,000 |
| Mental Health America of South Central Kansas | Operating fund for medical organization | $1,000 |
| Orpheum Performing Arts Centre LTD | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,000 |
| Prairie View Inc | Operating fund for medical organization | $1,000 |
| The Principia | Operating fund for educational organization | $1,000 |
| Union Rescue Mission | Operating fund for welfare organization | $1,000 |
| Wichita Children's Home | Operating fund for welfare organization | $1,000 |
| Wichita Friends School | Operating fund for educational organization | $1,000 |
| Young Voices | Operating fund for educational organization | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross | Operating fund for welfare organization | $500 |
| Americans for Prosperity Foundation | Operating fund for other public charity | $500 |
| Atlas Network | Operating fund for other public charity | $500 |
| Bill of Rights Institute | Operating fund for other public charity | $500 |
| Botanica | Operating fund for other public charity | $500 |
| Catholic Diocese of Wichita - the Lords Diner | Operating fund for welfare organization | $500 |
| Edchoice | Operating fund for educational organization | $500 |
| Empowered | Operating fund for other public charity | $500 |
| Goodwill Industries of Kansas Inc | Operating fund for community funds | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Operating fund for welfare organization | $500 |
| Heartspring | Operating fund for medical organization | $500 |
| Wichita Swim Club | Building fund for other public charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James W Garvey
Questions people ask
Does James W Garvey Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James W Garvey Family Charitable Trust give?
$818,648 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs James W Garvey Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists James W Garvey (Trustee).
What does James W Garvey Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.