Weskan Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Weskan Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Lakin, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $198,389 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $13,071 and the largest $85,900. 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$198,389
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$13,071
- Largest grant$85,900
- Assets$330,353
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $123,240 the year before.
29% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $161,239 | 7 | $529,204 |
| 2024 | $123,240 | 6 | $569,891 |
| 2025 | $198,389 | 7 | $330,353 |
How to apply
Weskan Charitable 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.
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kansas. It also paid $53,758 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 5 | $144,581 |
| Indiana | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lakin Mennonite Church | Various charitable purposes | $85,900 |
| Hope for Haiti | Various charitable purposes | $53,758 |
| Rolling Hills Christain School | Various charitable purposes | $39,810 |
| Bethal Home | Various charitable purposes | $13,071 |
| Kearny County Hospital | Various charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Kearny County Community Foundation | Various charitable purposes | $800 |
| Future Farmers of America | Various charitable purposes | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Ralph Reimer
- Corwin Smith
Questions people ask
Does Weskan Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weskan Charitable Foundation give?
$198,389 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $13,071.
Who runs Weskan Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ralph Reimer (Trustee) and Corwin Smith (Trustee).