Lynne and Owen Buckley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lynne and Owen Buckley Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $395,050 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$395,050
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $246,800 the year before.
78% 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 | $172,800 | 12 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $246,800 | 20 | $8.0 million |
| 2025 | $395,050 | 24 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
Lynne and Owen Buckley 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 Lynne and Owen Buckley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 15 | $281,800 |
| Kansas | 3 | $75,000 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $7,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wonderscope | Educational institute | $200,000 |
| Kansas Athletics | Athlectic facilities | $50,000 |
| Police Foundation of Kanas City | Crime, legal | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Great Plains | Reproductive health care | $20,000 |
| KC Zoo - Helzberg Aquarium Endowment | Zoo & aquarium | $15,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Health care | $10,000 |
| Parkinson's Foundation | Medical research | $10,000 |
| Wwi Museum | Arts, culture and humanities | $10,000 |
| Plaza District Council | Community improvement | $7,500 |
| City Union Mission | Provide shelter, food and life changing programs | $5,000 |
| Do Good for Erin | Community improvement, capacity building | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Zoo | Zoo & aquarium | $5,000 |
| Jewish Community Relations Bureau Inc | Civil rights, social action, advocacy | $5,000 |
| Ms Society | Health care | $5,000 |
| Univ of Kansas Hospital Authority | Health care | $5,000 |
| Whitefield Academy | Christian education | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters KC | Professionally supported one-to-one mentorships | $3,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of KC | Civic leagues & social welfare | $2,500 |
| Children's Mercy Hospital Foundation | Health care & rehanilitative | $2,000 |
| Prowler's Track Team | Youth track & field | $1,800 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters KC | Holiday family adoption program | $1,000 |
| Newhouse | Break the abuse & help from domestic violence | $1,000 |
| Prairie Elementary PTA | Educational institution | $750 |
| Hickman Mills Education Foundation | Educational institution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynne Buckley
- Owen Buckley
Questions people ask
Does Lynne and Owen Buckley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lynne and Owen Buckley Foundation give?
$395,050 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Lynne and Owen Buckley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lynne Buckley (Trustee) and Owen Buckley (Trustee).
What does Lynne and Owen Buckley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and community development.