Risdal Family Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Risdal Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Springfield, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $242,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $121,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$242,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$121,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was down from $602,000 the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $305,075 | 23 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $602,000 | 21 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $242,000 | 21 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert J Helm 2305 S Blackman Road, Ste D, Springfield, MO 65809 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (417) 887-0585 |
What Risdal Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 17 | $234,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club of Springfield | Williams school | $121,000 |
| Council of Churches | Ambassadors for children, crosslines | $30,000 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | Charity | $25,000 |
| St Andrews Episcopal Church | Charity | $15,000 |
| Nature Conservancy of Mo | Missouri tstee matching prog. | $5,000 |
| PTSD Foundation of America | Charity | $5,000 |
| Casa of SW Missouri | Charity | $5,000 |
| Ksmu | Charity | $5,000 |
| Ozarks Public Television | Charity | $5,000 |
| Ozarks Food Harvest | Charity | $5,000 |
| BGC Partners in Education (Pie) | Charity | $5,000 |
| Care to Learn | Charity-sps students | $3,000 |
| The Warrior's Journey | Charity | $3,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charity | $2,500 |
| Mo Prairie Foundation | Charity | $2,000 |
| Care Animal Rescue | Charity | $1,000 |
| National Parks Conservation Associa | Charity | $1,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Charity | $1,000 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | Charity | $1,000 |
| Conservation Federation of Missouri | Charity | $1,000 |
| Missouri Parks Association | Charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon M Risdal
- David J Risdal
- Kathy A Risdal
- Robert J Helm
- Michelle Risdal Barnes
Questions people ask
Does Risdal Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Risdal Family Foundation Inc give?
$242,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Risdal Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jon M Risdal (President), David J Risdal (Vice Preside), Kathy A Risdal (Secretary) and Robert J Helm (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Risdal Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.