Pemberton Fam Char Fndtn
Preselected recipients only
Pemberton Fam Char Fndtn is a private foundation in Overland Park, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $344,359 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $43,045 and the largest $86,089. 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$344,359
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$43,045
- Largest grant$86,089
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $325,361 the year before.
14% 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 | $295,573 | 7 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $325,361 | 7 | $6.9 million |
| 2025 | $344,359 | 7 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
Pemberton Fam Char Fndtn 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 Pemberton Fam Char Fndtn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 5 | $258,269 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $43,045 |
| Kansas | 1 | $43,045 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Umkc Foundation Gift Processing | Unrestricted gift | $86,089 |
| Eden Theological Seminary | Unrestricted gift | $43,045 |
| Kansas City Repertory Theatre | Unrestricted gift | $43,045 |
| Kansas City Symphony | Unrestricted gift | $43,045 |
| Lyric Opera of Kansas City | Unrestricted gift | $43,045 |
| The Colonial Church in Prairie Village | Unrestricted gift | $43,045 |
| The Bowen Center for the Study of the Family | Unrestricted gift | $43,045 |
Officers and trustees
- Midwest Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Pemberton Fam Char Fndtn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pemberton Fam Char Fndtn give?
$344,359 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $43,045.
Who runs Pemberton Fam Char Fndtn?
Its 2025 filing lists Midwest Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Pemberton Fam Char Fndtn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.