Mosby Lincoln Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mosby Lincoln Foundation is a private foundation in Wichita, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $259,698 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$259,698
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$8.2 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was down from $470,970 the year before.
26% of its 2025 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 | $320,795 | 49 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $470,970 | 43 | $7.4 million |
| 2025 | $259,698 | 38 | $8.2 million |
How to apply
Mosby Lincoln 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 Mosby Lincoln Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 20 | $211,166 |
| Colorado | 10 | $22,532 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $6,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $3,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $2,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Humankind Ministries | Operating fund for welfare organization | $30,000 |
| Wichita Family Crisis Center | Operating fund for welfare organization | $30,000 |
| Kansas Food Bank | Operating fund for welfare organization | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Operating fund for welfare organization | $25,000 |
| Wichita Children's Home | Operating fund for welfare organization | $25,000 |
| Birger Sandzen Memorial Foundation | Operating fund for other public charity | $13,500 |
| Audubon of Kansas | Operating fund for other public charity | $12,500 |
| Saint Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church | Operating fund for religious charity | $12,000 |
| American Red Cross | Operating fund for other public charity | $10,000 |
| Freedom Hooves Therapeutic Riding Center | Operating fund for other public charity | $10,000 |
| Aspen Academy | Operating fund for educational organization | $5,000 |
| Audubon Great Plains | Operating fund for other public charity | $5,000 |
| Denver Art Museum | Operating fund for other public charity | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland | Operating fund for community funds | $5,000 |
| Union Rescue Mission | Operating fund for welfare organization | $5,000 |
| Wichita Area Sexual Assault Center | Operating fund for welfare organization | $5,000 |
| Quilts of Valor Foundation | Operating fund for community funds | $3,500 |
| Catholic Diocese of Wichita | Operating fund for religious charity | $2,500 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | Operating fund for welfare organization | $2,500 |
| Food Bank of Wyoming | Operating fund for welfare organization | $2,500 |
| Ict Food Rescue | Operating fund for welfare organization | $2,500 |
| Ku Endowment | Operating fund for educational organization | $2,500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Operating fund for other public charity | $2,500 |
| Voices for Children | Operating fund for community funds | $2,500 |
| Camp Woods YMCA | Operating fund for community funds | $2,000 |
| The Gathering Place | Operating fund for welfare organization | $2,000 |
| PBS Kansas | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,666 |
| Global Dental Relief | Operating fund for medical organization | $1,532 |
| Barren River Animal Welfare Association | Operating fund for community funds | $1,000 |
| Bone Creek Art Museum | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,000 |
| Cherry Hills Land Preserve | Operating fund for community funds | $1,000 |
| Gabby Krause Foundation | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,000 |
| High Line Canal Conservancy | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,000 |
| Project Angel Heart | Operating fund for welfare organization | $1,000 |
| Wichita Audobon Society Inc | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,000 |
| Botanica Wichita | Operating fund for community funds | $500 |
| Butler County Fire District #6 | Operating fund for community funds | $500 |
| Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation of Kansas Inc | Operating fund for other public charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward M Lincoln
Questions people ask
Does Mosby Lincoln Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mosby Lincoln Foundation give?
$259,698 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Mosby Lincoln Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward M Lincoln (Trustee).
What does Mosby Lincoln Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and youth programs.