Rk&lh Dickens Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rk&lh Dickens Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in St Joseph, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $17,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$160,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$17,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $155,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $134,000 | 19 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $155,000 | 20 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $160,000 | 20 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Rk&lh Dickens Charitable 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 Rk&lh Dickens Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 17 | $128,000 |
| California | 2 | $25,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Inner city kids | $17,000 |
| Noyes Home | Community service | $15,000 |
| Interserv | Community service | $12,000 |
| St Joseph Symphony | Art appreciation | $12,000 |
| YWCA | Community service | $11,000 |
| Bishop Leblond High School | Education | $11,000 |
| Free Clinic | Provide medical and dental care | $11,000 |
| Homeless Shelter Juda | Community service | $9,000 |
| Bridge of Hope | Strengthening family in transition | $8,000 |
| Kids Across America | Community service | $7,000 |
| Individual | Healthcare in africa | $7,000 |
| Individual | Art appreciation | $6,000 |
| Aim High Academy | Social care services | $6,000 |
| Open Door Food Kitchen | Feed the hungry | $6,000 |
| Mid City Excellence | Helps inner city children | $5,000 |
| Hope Center KC | Community service | $5,000 |
| Individual | Community service | $5,000 |
| St Joseph Museum | City museum | $4,000 |
| NW Community Services | Community service | $2,000 |
| Sisters of Solace | Hospitality and healing for women trauma | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynne H Dickens
- Brian P Dickens
- Richard K Dickens III
- Robyn E Moya
Questions people ask
Does Rk&lh Dickens Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rk&lh Dickens Charitable Foundation give?
$160,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Rk&lh Dickens Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lynne H Dickens (President), Brian P Dickens (Director), Richard K Dickens III (Director) and Robyn E Moya (Director).
What does Rk&lh Dickens Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and health.