Seaboard Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Seaboard Foundation is a private foundation in Merriam, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $615,299 in 111 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $135,000. 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$615,299
- Number of grants111
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$135,000
- Assets$929,677
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $356,189 the year before.
71% 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 | $308,224 | 66 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $356,189 | 72 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $615,299 | 111 | $929,677 |
How to apply
Seaboard 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 Seaboard Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 55 | $225,496 |
| Oklahoma | 4 | $210,000 |
| Kansas | 22 | $100,318 |
| Florida | 5 | $25,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Iowa | 4 | $1,560 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Guymon School Education Foundation | Education & character development | $135,000 |
| Guymon Community Enrichment Foundation | Education & Recreation | $40,000 |
| Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary | Senior Dog Sanctuary | $30,000 |
| Kids Incorporated of Guymon | Empower Kids Through Sports | $25,000 |
| American Royal Association | Agricultural education | $25,000 |
| Andando Foundation | Alleviate poverty in rural Senegal | $25,000 |
| Childrens Mercy Hospital | Fundraising for pediatric cancer | $22,670 |
| Harvesters The Community Food Network | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| Boys Grow | Urban Youth Education thru Agriculture | $20,000 |
| Kanbes Markets | Food Insecurity | $20,000 |
| Nourish USA | Empower Life alongside wildlife reserves | $15,000 |
| Renewed Hope Food Pantry | Food Assistance | $15,000 |
| Kansas City Community Gardens | Food & Clothing Insecurity | $15,000 |
| Kanbes Markets | Food Insecurity | $15,000 |
| Operation Breakthrough | Support Services for Low Income Children Parent Empowerment Programs | $15,000 |
| Kansas Food Bank Warehouse | Food Assistance | $15,000 |
| Urban Produce Push | Food Insecurity | $10,000 |
| Liga Contra El Cancer Inc | Cancer Treatment | $10,000 |
| Sheps Place | Senior Dog Sanctuary | $10,000 |
| HALO Foundation | Youth Social Services | $10,000 |
| Panhandle Services for Children | Youth Services | $10,000 |
| Dophins Challenge Cancer | Cancer Research | $8,000 |
| Washburn University Alumni Association & Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Ellnas Senior Home Care | Senior Care Solutions | $5,000 |
| GWAM Ghana West Africa Missions | Assist Those In Poverty | $5,000 |
| Food for the Poor | Assist Those In Poverty | $5,000 |
| Common Ground Producers and Growers Inc | Food Insecurity | $5,000 |
| The Connell Family Foundation | Multiple Sclerosis Research | $5,000 |
| United Way of Greater Kansas City | Health Education Financial Stability | $5,000 |
| The Golden Scoop LLC | Employment Opportunity for Individuals With Developmental Disabilities | $5,000 |
| Kansas City PBS | Public Media | $5,000 |
| 1881 Foundation | Historical Preservation | $5,000 |
| Boys Grow | Urban Youth Education thru Agriculture | $3,000 |
| For the Joy of Strings | Music Education | $2,500 |
| 1881 Foundation | Historical Preservation | $2,500 |
| Freedom Hoops | Urban Youth Empowerment | $2,058 |
| Senecca R7 Schools Foundation | Foster Educational Opportunities | $2,000 |
| St Jude Research Hospital | Childhood Cancer Research & Treatment | $2,000 |
| Foster Adopt Connect | Empowers Foster children | $2,000 |
| Veterans Community Project | Housing & Support Services | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen Bresky
- David Rankin
- Elizabeth Bresky
- Michael Schultz
Questions people ask
Does Seaboard Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Seaboard Foundation give?
$615,299 in tax year 2025, across 111 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Seaboard Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen Bresky (President & Director), David Rankin (Treasurer VP & Director), Elizabeth Bresky (VP & Director) and Michael Schultz (Director).
What does Seaboard Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and youth programs.