Feist Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Feist Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $419,000 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$419,000
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2025 was up from $301,500 the year before.
34% 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 | $226,000 | 22 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $301,500 | 29 | $4.2 million |
| 2025 | $419,000 | 38 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
Feist 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 Feist Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 34 | $361,000 |
| Kansas | 3 | $53,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity | Used at the discretion of | $60,000 |
| Kansas State University Foundation | Used at the discretion of | $35,000 |
| Don Bosco Centers | Used at the discretion of | $30,500 |
| Marion Hope Center | Used at the discretion of | $25,000 |
| Kingdom Academy Learning Center | Used at the discretion of | $20,000 |
| Pinnacle Winds Concert Band | Used at the discretion of | $20,000 |
| Gordan Parks Elementary | Used at the discretion of | $20,000 |
| American Jazz Museum | Used at the discretion of | $15,000 |
| The Arts Asylum | Used at the discretion of | $15,000 |
| Kansas City Academy | Used at the discretion of | $15,000 |
| Learn Techquity | Used at the discretion of | $10,000 |
| Marlborough Community Coalition | Used at the discretion of | $10,000 |
| Jewish Vocational Services | Used at the discretion of | $10,000 |
| Ku Endowment | Used at the discretion of | $10,000 |
| Community Assistance Council | Used at the discretion of | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Kansas City | Used at the discretion of | $10,000 |
| Girl Scouts of NE & NW Mo | Used at the discretion of | $10,000 |
| The Folley Theater | Used at the discretion of | $10,000 |
| Healing House | Used at the discretion of | $8,000 |
| Musical Theater Heritage Inc | Used at the discretion of | $8,000 |
| Wonderscope Children's Museum of KC | Used at the discretion of | $8,000 |
| Hope Haven | Used at the discretion of | $7,000 |
| First Call Alcohol Drug Prevention & Recovery | Used at the discretion of | $7,000 |
| American Red Cross | Used at the discretion of | $5,000 |
| Martin City Melodrama | Used at the discretion of | $5,000 |
| Cristo Rey Kansas City | Used at the discretion of | $5,000 |
| Sherwood Autism Center | Used at the discretion of | $5,000 |
| Restart Inc | Used at the discretion of | $3,000 |
| Cornerstone of Care - Ozanam | Used at the discretion of | $3,000 |
| Hickman Mills Education Foundation | Used at the discretion of | $3,000 |
| Christian Fellowship Baptist Church | Used at the discretion of | $2,500 |
| Camp Encourage | Used at the discretion of | $2,500 |
| Cass Community Health Foundation | Used at the discretion of | $2,500 |
| Northland Therapeutic Riding Center | Used at the discretion of | $2,500 |
| Special Olympics Missouri | Used at the discretion of | $2,500 |
| Our Spot KC | Used at the discretion of | $1,500 |
| South Kansas City Chamber of Commerce | Used at the discretion of | $1,500 |
| Grandview Education Foundation | Used at the discretion of | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathleen J Feist
- Commerce Trust
Questions people ask
Does Feist Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Feist Charitable Foundation give?
$419,000 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Feist Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathleen J Feist (Trustee) and Commerce Trust (Trustee).
What does Feist Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.