Willard Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Willard Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mission Hills, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $19,500. 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$65,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$19,500
- Assets$430,310
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $53,000 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 | $51,750 | 7 | $427,544 |
| 2024 | $53,000 | 8 | $436,839 |
| 2025 | $65,000 | 8 | $430,310 |
How to apply
Willard 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 Willard Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 8 | $65,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Episcopal Day School | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustee for their respective organizations. | $19,500 |
| St Paul's Episcopal Church | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees for their respective organizations. | $18,500 |
| St Luke's Foundation | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees for their respective organizations. | $10,000 |
| Truman Library Institute | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees for their respective organizations. | $7,500 |
| The Police Foundation of Kansas City | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees for their respective organizations. | $5,000 |
| Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees for their respective organizations. | $2,000 |
| Nelson Atkins Museum of Art | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees for their respective organizations. | $1,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater KC | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees for their respective organizations. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas R Willard
- Pamela Willard
- Donna S Thurman
Questions people ask
Does Willard Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Willard Family Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs Willard Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas R Willard (President/Secretary), Pamela Willard (Director) and Donna S Thurman (Director).
What does Willard Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.