Park Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Park Foundation is a private foundation in Lees Summit, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $30,800 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $6,600. 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$30,800
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$6,600
- Assets$635,539
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $27,700 the year before.
27% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $21,800 | 10 | $460,613 |
| 2023 | $27,700 | 10 | $646,893 |
| 2024 | $30,800 | 11 | $635,539 |
How to apply
Park 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 Park Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 10 | $27,800 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Coldwater | General purpose | $6,600 |
| First Call | General purpose | $3,500 |
| Puppetry Arts Institute | General purpose | $3,500 |
| Commission Church | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Philmont Scout Ranch | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Answer the Call | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater KC | General purpose | $1,800 |
| City Union Mission | General purpose | $1,800 |
| De la Salle Education Center | General purpose | $1,600 |
| Rainbow Center | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Marian Hope Foundation | General purpose | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Brett A Davis
- Traci A Lauritsen
- Melisa K Davis
Questions people ask
Does Park Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Park Foundation give?
$30,800 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Park Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Brett A Davis (President), Traci A Lauritsen (Vice President) and Melisa K Davis (Asst Secr).
What does Park Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.