Redbud Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Redbud Foundation is a private foundation in Topeka, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $90,000 and the largest $615,000. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$90,000
- Largest grant$615,000
- Assets$11.0 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.8 million the year before.
18% 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 | $3.8 million | 14 | $12.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 11 | $11.0 million |
How to apply
Redbud 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 Redbud Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $615,000 |
| Kansas | 7 | $556,800 |
| Colorado | 2 | $503,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale College | To provide students with literary, scientific, and theological education. This grant establishes an endowed scholarship fund for students of the college. | $615,000 |
| ACE Scholarships | Support scholarships. | $500,000 |
| Kansas Policy Institute | To support student-focused education programs and to support the Kansas School Board Resource Center. | $200,000 |
| North Topeka Arts District Inc | Establish a viable arts community in North Topeka. | $114,000 |
| American Council on Science and Health | To provide current scientific analyses on key issues related to chemicals, health, energy, and food. | $100,000 |
| Washburn University Foundation | Strengthen Washburn University and enhance the educational opportunities and experiences of our students. Grant earmarked for scholarships for participants of the Ichabod Success Institute. | $90,000 |
| Kansas Children's Discovery Center | Enhance the lives of children; inspire creativity and a lifelong love of learning; enrich the health of our community through education; and provide an exciting and safe place for families to learn, play and interact. Grant earmarked for Access Discovery Programs. | $62,800 |
| SENT Inc | To accomplish the holistic tranformation of neighborhoods in Shawnee County through relationships and strategic development. Grant earmarked for Early Childhood Education Program. | $50,000 |
| Sunflower Music Festival (Washburn University) | Sunflower Music Festival of Topeka, Kansas presents an annual series of orchestra concerts, chamber music evenings, educational projects and other artistic events of the highest caliber. These events occur throughout a two week period each June in White Concert Hall on the Washburn University campus. | $25,000 |
| The Topeka Symphony Society | To encourage and cultivate appreciation and support for fine music in northeast Kansas. Grant earmarked for Youth Symphony Concerts and School Days Concerts. | $15,000 |
| Friends For Life Inc | Provide superior care & companionship for cancer patients with duty, dignity & discretion. | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas E Zanecchia
- JC Bloom
- Dave Newbery
- Gerald Lauber
Questions people ask
Does Redbud Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Redbud Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $90,000.
Who runs Redbud Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas E Zanecchia (Secretary, Director), JC Bloom (Treasurer, Director), Dave Newbery (Asst. Treasurer/Secretary, Director) and Gerald Lauber (President, Director).
What does Redbud Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and science and research.