The Gridley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gridley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wichita, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,750 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$7,750
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $30,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,000 | 1 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 9 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $7,750 | 8 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
The Gridley Family 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 The Gridley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 6 | $6,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vdgsa | General support | $2,000 |
| Linda Hall Library | General support | $1,250 |
| Wichita State Ulrich Museum | General support | $1,250 |
| Wichita Art Museum | General support | $1,000 |
| Human Kind Ministries | General support | $1,000 |
| Bartlett Arboretum | General support | $500 |
| Wellesley College | General support | $500 |
| KPTS | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Tracy A Hoover
- Henry K Gridley
- Fiona M Gridley
Questions people ask
Does The Gridley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gridley Family Foundation give?
$7,750 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Gridley Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tracy A Hoover (Trustee), Henry K Gridley (Trustee) and Fiona M Gridley (Trustee).
What does The Gridley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.