Kansas Osteopathic Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kansas Osteopathic Foundation is a private foundation in Topeka, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$10,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$557,188
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $500,802 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $583,928 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 2 | $557,188 |
How to apply
Kansas Osteopathic 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Kansas Osteopathic Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Osteopathic Foundation | Grant | $5,000 |
| KS Health Science University | White coat ceremony | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger Unruh
- Cameron Knaackstedt
- Terri Nickel
- Sam Heck
- Mary Franz
- Ronald Whitmer
- Michael McClintock
- Joel Feder
- James V Rider
- Daryl Callahan
Questions people ask
Does Kansas Osteopathic Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kansas Osteopathic Foundation give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Kansas Osteopathic Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roger Unruh (Vice President), Cameron Knaackstedt (Director), Terri Nickel (Director) and Sam Heck (Director) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Kansas Osteopathic Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.