The George H Nettleton Home Inc
Accepts applications
The George H Nettleton Home Inc is a private foundation in Prairie Village, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $330,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $21,000 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$330,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$21,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $306,464 the year before.
50% 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 | $306,000 | 15 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $306,464 | 14 | $4.2 million |
| 2025 | $330,000 | 16 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Susann Riffe 13820 W 77 Ter, Lenexa, KS 66216 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (816) 289-6585 |
| What to submit | Letter from organization stating information and history of organization, purpose of grant and location of where money will be spent. See additional requirements at gnettleton.org. |
| Deadlines | Prior to october 1 of any calendar year. |
| Restrictions | Location limited to greater Kansas city metropolitan area and services provided for elderly and/or frail. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The George H Nettleton Home Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 13 | $283,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $30,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $17,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Hospice | Elderly and frail services | $30,000 |
| Legal Aid of Western Missouri | Elderly and frail services | $30,000 |
| Phoenix Family Housing Corp | Elderly and frail services | $30,000 |
| Rebuilding Together | Elderly and frail services | $30,000 |
| Seton Center | Elderly and frail services | $25,000 |
| Hope Builders | Elderly and frail services | $25,000 |
| Platte Senior Services | Elderly and frail services | $25,000 |
| Palestine Legacy Residences | Elderly and frail services | $25,000 |
| Dental Lifeline Network | Elderly and frail services | $17,000 |
| Kanbe's Markets | Elderly and frail services | $15,000 |
| KC Community Gardens | Elderly and frail services | $15,000 |
| Heroes Home Gate | Elderly and frail services | $15,000 |
| Shepherd's Center of Northland | Elderly and frail services | $15,000 |
| St Michael's Veterans Center | Elderly and frail services | $15,000 |
| True Light Family Resource Center | Elderly and frail services | $13,000 |
| Elbert C Cole Jr Legacy Award | Elderly and frail serviceshonorarium | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susann Riffe
- Jody Carroll
- Ken Lawrence
- Paul Becker
- David Ross
- Bob Frazier
- Spence Heddens
- Martha Smith
Questions people ask
Does The George H Nettleton Home Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Prior to october 1 of any calendar year..
How much does The George H Nettleton Home Inc give?
$330,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $21,000.
Who runs The George H Nettleton Home Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Susann Riffe (President), Jody Carroll (Secretary), Ken Lawrence (Board Member) and Paul Becker (Board Member) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The George H Nettleton Home Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly seniors and health.