George & Ada Ultch Memorial Fund
Preselected recipients only
George & Ada Ultch Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,214 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $2,500. 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$19,214
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$543,170
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,010 the year before.
92% 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 | $18,156 | 13 | $488,562 |
| 2024 | $18,010 | 12 | $509,434 |
| 2025 | $19,214 | 12 | $543,170 |
How to apply
George & Ada Ultch Memorial Fund 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 George & Ada Ultch Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 7 | $10,714 |
| Kansas | 5 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Support Kansas City Inc | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees as they see fit for operating their organization | $2,500 |
| Kansas City Public Schools Education Foundation | Paseo academy outside arts instruction scholarships | $2,000 |
| Base Academy of Music | Student scholarships | $1,700 |
| Bishop Sullivan Center Inc 052196 | Project elder cool | $1,500 |
| Cross-Lines Community Outreach Inc | Community market | $1,500 |
| Secret Order of the Key Incorporated | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees as they see fit for operating their organization | $1,500 |
| Friendship Inn KC Inc | Babe's place | $1,500 |
| Kansas City Artists Coalition | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees as they see fit for operating their organization | $1,500 |
| Lazarus Ministries KC | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees as they see fit for operating their organization | $1,500 |
| The Rabbit Hole KC | New artist commissions & exhibit support | $1,500 |
| Theatre in the Park | Used at the discretion of the board of directors or trustees as they see fit for operating their organization | $1,500 |
| Kansas City Ballet Association | Reach out & dance program | $1,014 |
Officers and trustees
- Commerce Trust
- Commerce Trust Charitable Man
Questions people ask
Does George & Ada Ultch Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George & Ada Ultch Memorial Fund give?
$19,214 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs George & Ada Ultch Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Commerce Trust (Trustee) and Commerce Trust Charitable Man (Trustee).
What does George & Ada Ultch Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.