The Mistler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mistler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Prairie Village, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $958,690 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$958,690
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$22.0 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $833,155 the year before.
10% of its 2024 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 | $833,155 | 44 | $17.6 million |
| 2024 | $958,690 | 42 | $22.0 million |
How to apply
The Mistler 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 Mistler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 22 | $526,190 |
| Missouri | 4 | $138,000 |
| California | 4 | $60,000 |
| Kansas | 3 | $56,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $32,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Iam Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Invest in Kids | Charitable | $100,000 |
| The Narrative Enneagram | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Mediators Foundation Inc | Charitable | $50,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy in Colorado | Charitable | $50,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Cherry Creek Schools Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Enneagram Prison Project | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Finca | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Journey to New Life | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Ksu Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Old Mission Methodist Church | Charitable | $25,000 |
| The Chill Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Foundation for Colorado Community Colleges | Charitable | $21,000 |
| Mbef | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Colorado Public Radio | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Esalen Institute | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Geography of Hope | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Kcur Kansas City Public Radio | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Nols (National Outdoor Leadership School) | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Summit Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Women's Foundation of Colorado | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Youthroots | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Combat Hate Foundation | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Metro Denver | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Meadows PTA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Solar Electric Light Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Alliance for Collective Action | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Urban Peak Denver | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Warren Village | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Women's Bean Project | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Central Regional Professional Development Center | Charitable | $3,000 |
| High Line Canal Conservancy | Charitable | $2,500 |
| National Park Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| IMPACT100 Metro Denver | Charitable | $1,190 |
| Denver Botanic Gardens | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Megan E Mistler
- John E Mistler
- Lindsay Mistler Jackson
- Luke Jackson
Questions people ask
Does The Mistler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mistler Family Foundation give?
$958,690 in tax year 2024, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Mistler Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Megan E Mistler (President), John E Mistler (Secretary/Treasurer), Lindsay Mistler Jackson (Junior Board Member) and Luke Jackson (Junior Board Member).
What does The Mistler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.