Forster-Powers Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
Forster-Powers Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $565,500 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $20,250 and the largest $75,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$565,500
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$20,250
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $543,700 the year before.
8% 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 | $543,700 | 25 | $10.6 million |
| 2024 | $565,500 | 24 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Thomas R Turgeon 4635 Wyandotte Suite 206, Kansas City, MO 64112 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (816) 753-7777 |
| Restrictions | Must be a 501(c)(3) entity |
What Forster-Powers Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 13 | $340,000 |
| Kansas | 7 | $190,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $3,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Avila University | Scholarship | $75,000 |
| Rockhurst University | Scholarship | $50,000 |
| St Teresa's Academy | Scholarship | $50,000 |
| Bishop Ward High School | Scholarship | $45,000 |
| Bishop Miege High School | Scholarship | $40,000 |
| Rockhurst High School | Scholarship | $40,000 |
| Cristo Ray School | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Donnelly College | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Heartstrings Community Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Holy Name Catholic School | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Vitae Society | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity | Unrestricted | $20,500 |
| Benedictine College | Scholarship | $20,000 |
| Conception Seminary College Core | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Jobone | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Los Olivos Cis | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Serra Club of Kansas City Mo | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sister Servants of Mary | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Children's Center for the Visually Impaired | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Seton Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| St Stephens Indian Mission Foundation | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Lalmba Association | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arnold W Mears
- Thomas R Turgeon
- Michael Hunter
Questions people ask
Does Forster-Powers Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Forster-Powers Charitable Trust give?
$565,500 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $20,250.
Who runs Forster-Powers Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Arnold W Mears (Trustee), Thomas R Turgeon (Trustee) and Michael Hunter (Trustee).
What does Forster-Powers Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.