Rensenhouse Charitable Foundation Inc of Missouri
Preselected recipients only
Rensenhouse Charitable Foundation Inc of Missouri is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $29,600 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $3,600. 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$29,600
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,600
- Assets$579,572
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2024 was down from $30,000 the year before.
52% of its 2024 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 | $30,000 | 25 | $555,867 |
| 2024 | $29,600 | 23 | $579,572 |
How to apply
Rensenhouse Charitable Foundation Inc of Missouri 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 Rensenhouse Charitable Foundation Inc of Missouri funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 11 | $15,600 |
| Colorado | 5 | $8,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Actors Theatre | support performance of plays | $3,600 |
| City Union Mission | Support impoverished people | $3,000 |
| Operation Breakthrough | Support childhood education | $3,000 |
| Wright Opera House | support performance of plays | $2,000 |
| Ouray International Film Festival | Support independent film work | $2,000 |
| Cedar Hill Cemetery | Support historical preservation | $2,000 |
| Save the Children | Support impoverished children | $2,000 |
| Kkfi | support public radio | $1,000 |
| Haven House | support to needy families | $1,000 |
| Frank Theatre | Support Theatre performances | $1,000 |
| Avila University Dr Charlene Gould Endowed Chair | Support Theatre education | $1,000 |
| Ouray Mountain Rescue | Support civic involvement | $1,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Support medical research | $1,000 |
| WildHERness | Support women empowerment | $1,000 |
| Riley Gaines Center | support youth health | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | support health care | $500 |
| Borrego Art Institute | support community art | $500 |
| Orme School | support education | $500 |
| National WWl Museum | support historical preservation | $500 |
| Kansas City GIFT | support neighborhood development | $500 |
| Theatre Gigante | support performance of plays | $500 |
| The Beacon Journalism Fund | Support local journalism | $500 |
| Owen Cox Dance | Support Dance performances | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Rensenhouse
- Sharon Rensenhouse
- Nancy Nixon
Questions people ask
Does Rensenhouse Charitable Foundation Inc of Missouri accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rensenhouse Charitable Foundation Inc of Missouri give?
$29,600 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Rensenhouse Charitable Foundation Inc of Missouri?
Its 2024 filing lists John Rensenhouse (President), Sharon Rensenhouse (Vice President) and Nancy Nixon (Secretary).
What does Rensenhouse Charitable Foundation Inc of Missouri fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.