John J Sullivan Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John J Sullivan Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Overland Park, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $495,250 in 94 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $78,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$495,250
- Number of grants94
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$78,500
- Assets$13.5 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was down from $524,000 the year before.
22% of its 2024 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 | $524,000 | 109 | $12.4 million |
| 2024 | $495,250 | 94 | $13.5 million |
How to apply
John J Sullivan Jr 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 John J Sullivan Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 43 | $286,250 |
| Kansas | 41 | $171,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $16,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $8,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rockhurst High School | Fincl support of educational org. | $78,500 |
| Notre Dame de Sion | Fincl support of educational org. | $34,000 |
| St Peter's Catholic Church | Fincl support of religious org. | $22,500 |
| Kansans for Life | Fincl support of public charity | $13,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul Church | Fincl support of church and school | $12,000 |
| Cure of Ars | Fincl support of church | $11,500 |
| St Michael the Archangel Catholic | Fincl support of educational org. | $11,500 |
| St Teresa's Academy | Fincl support of char auction/gen fd | $11,500 |
| Cathedral of the Immaculate Concept | Fincl support of church | $10,000 |
| Guardian Angels Parish | Fincl support of church | $10,000 |
| KCKCC Foundation | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Our Lady's Montessori School | Fincl support of educational org. | $10,000 |
| Saint Martin's Academy | Fincl support of educational org. | $10,000 |
| Soc of Our Lady Most Holy Trinity | Fincl support of religious org. | $10,000 |
| St Rose Philippine Catholic Church | Fincl support of church | $10,000 |
| The Men of Nehemiah | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| University of Kansas Cancer Center | Fincl support of med research/care | $10,000 |
| American Heart Association | Fincl support of charitable org. | $8,000 |
| Bishop Sullivan Center | Fincl support of charitable org. | $8,000 |
| St Theresa Parish | Fincl support of church | $8,000 |
| University of Virginia Law | Fincl support of educational org. | $8,000 |
| Catholic Charities of NE KS | Fincl support of charitable org | $7,500 |
| Fire Foundation | Fincl support of educ/rel org. | $6,000 |
| Horizon Academy | Fincl support of educational org. | $6,000 |
| Abnormal Society | Fincl support of charitable org. | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of KC | Fincl support of charitable org. | $5,000 |
| Conception Abbey Seminary | Fincl support of general use fd | $5,000 |
| Kansas Policy Institute | Fincl support of public charity | $5,000 |
| Order of Malta | Fincl support of public charity | $5,000 |
| St Benedict's Abbey | Fincl support of religious org. | $5,000 |
| St Lawrence Catholic Campus Center | Fincl support of charitable org. | $5,000 |
| Christ the King Church | Fincl support of church & school | $4,000 |
| Rockhurst University | Fincl support of educational org. | $4,000 |
| Soar Special Needs | Fincl support of charitable org. | $4,000 |
| St Peter's School | Fincl support of church & school | $4,000 |
| St Peter's Social Services | Fincl support of church & school | $4,000 |
| Wyandotte Pregnancy Clinic | Fincl support of public charity | $4,000 |
| Equity Period | Fincl support of charitable org. | $3,500 |
| Archdiocese of Kansas City in KS | Fincl support of the arcdiocese | $3,000 |
| Brookside Charter School | Fincl support of educational org. | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Houlehan
- Mark Henke
Questions people ask
Does John J Sullivan Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John J Sullivan Jr Foundation give?
$495,250 in tax year 2024, across 94 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs John J Sullivan Jr Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Houlehan (Trustee) and Mark Henke (Trustee).
What does John J Sullivan Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.