Catron Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Catron Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,200 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$16,200
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$350,263
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,000 the year before.
63% 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 | $13,000 | 6 | $299,881 |
| 2024 | $15,000 | 6 | $322,532 |
| 2025 | $16,200 | 8 | $350,263 |
How to apply
Catron 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.
What Catron Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $9,200 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brothers-Sisters of Our Military Adventures | Provide recreation for disabled veterans | $5,000 |
| Polk Street Methodist Church | Build handicap ramps for the handicap | $2,000 |
| Another Chance House | Provide interim housing for released prisoners | $2,000 |
| Hillsday College | College education | $2,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Public education | $2,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Public education | $2,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | Public education | $1,000 |
| Panhandle Gives | High plains food bank | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Joann Stapleton
- Stephen R Catron
- Melvin L Stapleton
Questions people ask
Does Catron Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Catron Charitable Foundation give?
$16,200 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Catron Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joann Stapleton (President), Stephen R Catron (Vice President) and Melvin L Stapleton (Secretary).
What does Catron Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.