McCullough Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McCullough Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $859,500 in 73 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $259,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$859,500
- Number of grants73
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$259,000
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $555,600 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $555,600 | 77 | $10.2 million |
| 2024 | $859,500 | 73 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
McCullough Family 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 McCullough Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 35 | $594,400 |
| Kansas | 17 | $188,600 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $35,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $8,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $8,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rockhurst High School | Fincl support of educational org. | $259,000 |
| St Thomas More | Support for religious/educ programs | $56,000 |
| Avila Univ St Therese Scholarship | Fincl support of educational org | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charities of NE Kansas | Fincl support of religious org. | $50,000 |
| Cristo Rey High School | Fincl support of school | $50,000 |
| Rockhurst University | Fincl support of school | $50,000 |
| St Paul's Outreach | Fincl support of religious org. | $35,000 |
| Benedictine College | Fincl support of educational org. | $25,000 |
| Bishop Ward High School | Fincl support of school | $25,000 |
| Donnelly College | Fincl support of educ. Org. | $25,000 |
| Support Kids Foundation | Fincl support of public charity | $13,100 |
| Farnan Spirituality Center | Fincl support of public charity | $13,000 |
| Catholic Education Fund | Fincl support of religious org. | $10,000 |
| Dancing With the Stars Jerry Anselmo | Fincl support of public charity | $10,000 |
| Mercy Home | Fincl support of public charity | $8,000 |
| National Kidney Foundation of KC | Fincl support of public charity | $7,500 |
| Bishop Sullivan Center | Fincl support of charitable center | $7,000 |
| KC Hospice | Fincl support of public charity | $6,000 |
| Avila University | Fincl support of educational org | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | Fincl support of public charity | $5,000 |
| Brian Tarwater Scholarship Fund | Fincl support of educ. Fund | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities of KC & St Joe | Fincl support of public charity | $5,000 |
| Conception Seminary | Fincl support of religious org. | $5,000 |
| Don Bosco Center | Fincl support of educ. Org. | $5,000 |
| Elevate Metro KC | Fincl support of educational org. | $5,000 |
| Journey to New Life | Fincl support of public charity | $5,000 |
| KCKS Catholic Diocese | Support of religious/charitable org | $5,000 |
| Little Sisters of Poor | Support for religious/charitable org | $5,000 |
| Mount St Scholastic | Fincl support of educ. Org. | $5,000 |
| Operation Breakthrough | Assistance for families in poverty | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Unity School | Fincl support of school | $5,000 |
| Resurrection Catholic School | Support of religious/ charitable org | $5,000 |
| Seton Center | Fincl support of public charity | $5,000 |
| Sisters of St Joseph of Carondelet | Fincl suport of public charity | $5,000 |
| St Charles Borremo Academy | Fincl support of educational org. | $5,000 |
| Upper Room | Support of religious /charitable org | $5,000 |
| Urban Rangers | Fincl support of public charity | $5,000 |
| University of Denver | Fincl support of educational org. | $5,000 |
| Water by Women | Fincl support of public charity | $5,000 |
| Epilepsy Foundation | Fincl support of public charity | $3,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas A McCullough
- Sharon E McCullough
- Todd A McCullough
- Kevin T McCullough
Questions people ask
Does McCullough Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McCullough Family Foundation give?
$859,500 in tax year 2024, across 73 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs McCullough Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas A McCullough (Pres. & Dir.), Sharon E McCullough (Treas., Sec.), Todd A McCullough (Director) and Kevin T McCullough (Director).
What does McCullough Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.