Plankinton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Plankinton Foundation is a private foundation in Lawrence, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $7,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $4,500. 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$7,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$4,500
- Assets$7,580
Giving in 2024 was down from $10,500 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,500 | 3 | $13,593 |
| 2024 | $7,500 | 3 | $7,580 |
How to apply
Plankinton 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 Plankinton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 2 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship bethany college | $4,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship colorado mesa university | $1,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship bellmont university | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce R Plankinton
- Marcia L Plankinton
- Jill P Fincher
- Gail L Farleigh
Questions people ask
Does Plankinton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Plankinton Foundation give?
$7,500 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Plankinton Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bruce R Plankinton (President/Director), Marcia L Plankinton (Vice President/Director), Jill P Fincher (Secretary/Treas/Director) and Gail L Farleigh (Director).
What does Plankinton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.