Mos Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mos Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $136,700 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$136,700
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $131,500 the year before.
18% 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 | $131,500 | 20 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $136,700 | 22 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Mos 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 Mos Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 14 | $89,500 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Kansas | 3 | $16,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $4,200 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen Stiller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | For General Operations | $20,000 |
| City Union Mission | For General Operations | $15,000 |
| The Salvation Army | For General Operations | $15,000 |
| Alphapointe | For General Operations | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kansas City | For General Operations | $10,000 |
| The Kansas University Endowment Association | Alzheimer's Disease Research Center | $10,000 |
| Life Unlimited | Hats off to mom | $5,000 |
| Jackson County CASA | Light of hope breakfast | $5,000 |
| Mosca | Community luncheon | $5,000 |
| Child Protection Center | For General Operations | $5,000 |
| Turning Point | For General Operations | $5,000 |
| Literacy KC | For General Operations | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | For General Operations | $5,000 |
| Pawsperity | For General Operations | $5,000 |
| Rose Brooks Center | For General Operations | $3,000 |
| Fix'em KC | For General Operations | $3,000 |
| Whisker Fund Foundation | For General Operations | $3,000 |
| The Prospect KC | Nourish KC Community Kitchen | $2,500 |
| Lesotho Education Fund | For General Operations | $2,000 |
| Baby Basics of Sarasota Inc | For General Operations | $1,200 |
| Farmers House | For General Operations | $1,000 |
| Band of Angels | For General Operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerard J Mos III
- Martha Ann Mos
- Leanne P Mos
- Stephen G Mos
Questions people ask
Does Mos Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mos Family Foundation give?
$136,700 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Mos Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gerard J Mos III (President/Treasurer), Martha Ann Mos (Secretary), Leanne P Mos (Trustee) and Stephen G Mos (Trustee).
What does Mos Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.