Roderick J & Jo Anne Cyr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Roderick J & Jo Anne Cyr Foundation is a private foundation in Leawood, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $488,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $108,000. 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$488,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$108,000
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $485,000 the year before.
43% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $475,000 | 11 | $9.5 million |
| 2024 | $485,000 | 18 | $9.9 million |
| 2025 | $488,000 | 21 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
Roderick J & Jo Anne Cyr 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 Roderick J & Jo Anne Cyr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 14 | $313,000 |
| Kansas | 7 | $175,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Don Bosco Centers | Charitable purposes | $108,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Neks | Charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| Bishop Sullivan Center | Charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Dream Factory | Charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Rockhurst University | Education | $25,000 |
| Kansas City Guns N Hoses | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Kansas City Hospice | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Lyric Opera | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Te Deum | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| St James Academy | Education | $20,000 |
| Sandwiched KC | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Sleepyhead Beds | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Camp Wood YMCA | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Kcmo | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Trilogy | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Savor the Flavors | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Unico Kansas City | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Agriculture Future of America | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Rotary #13 | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Bishop Ward High School | Education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine A Nigro
- Suzanne C Walti
- Christopher Nigro
- Ryanne Stevens
- Taylor Rodriguez
- Jordan Whitmer-Goring
- Catherine Paige Pritchard
Questions people ask
Does Roderick J & Jo Anne Cyr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Roderick J & Jo Anne Cyr Foundation give?
$488,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Roderick J & Jo Anne Cyr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Catherine A Nigro (Trustee), Suzanne C Walti (Trustee), Christopher Nigro (Trustee) and Ryanne Stevens (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Roderick J & Jo Anne Cyr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.