Sally Ann Firestone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sally Ann Firestone Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.6 million in 45 grants; the typical grant was $52,500 and the largest $831,715. 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$3.6 million
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$52,500
- Largest grant$831,715
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $6.6 million the year before.
29% of its 2025 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 | $70,000 | 5 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $6.6 million | 37 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $3.6 million | 45 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Sally Ann Firestone 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 Sally Ann Firestone Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 28 | $2.4 million |
| Kansas | 6 | $422,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $157,500 |
| Colorado | 2 | $144,375 |
| Michigan | 2 | $127,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $118,125 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $105,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $52,500 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $39,375 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Kansas City Community Foundation | Operations | $831,715 |
| Crosslines Community Outreach | Operations | $262,500 |
| Kansas City Academy | Financial aid/operations | $262,500 |
| Harvesters | Operations | $201,250 |
| Restart | Operations | $183,750 |
| United Methodist Committee on Relief of Global Ministries | Operations | $118,125 |
| Craig Hospital | Operations | $105,000 |
| Inspiration Ministries - Walworth | Operations | $105,000 |
| Kansas City PBS | Operations | $105,000 |
| Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary | Operations | $78,750 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Operations | $78,750 |
| Saint Paul School of Theology | Operations | $78,750 |
| Trinity United Methodist Church | Operations | $75,000 |
| Folly Theatre | Operations | $72,500 |
| Legal Aid of Western Missouri | Operations | $70,000 |
| Missourians to Abolish the Death Penalty | Operations | $60,000 |
| American Friends Service Committee | Operations | $52,500 |
| American Jazz Museum | Financial aid/operations | $52,500 |
| KC Shepherd's Center | Operations | $52,500 |
| Kkfi Community Radio | Operations | $52,500 |
| Mobility Worldwide Mo - Columbia | Operations | $52,500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Operations | $52,500 |
| Umkc Foundationjazz Legacy | Operations | $52,500 |
| Pomme de Terre United Methodist Church | Operations | $45,000 |
| Christian Minstries in the National Parks | Operations | $39,375 |
| Lazarus Ministries | Operations | $39,375 |
| McCurdy Ministries | Operations | $39,375 |
| Ability KC | Operations | $26,250 |
| Brain Injury Association of Mo | Operations | $26,250 |
| Shepherd's Centers of America | Operations | $26,250 |
| Inclusion Connections | Operations | $25,000 |
| Hermitage Spiritual Retreat Centerlegacy Fund | Operations | $20,000 |
| Mattie Rhodes Center | Operations | $20,000 |
| Summit Future Foundation | Operations | $20,000 |
| Artists Helping the Homeless | Operations | $20,000 |
| Save Inc | Operations | $20,000 |
| Journey to New Life | Operations | $20,000 |
| Foster Adopt Connect | Operations | $20,000 |
| Rediscover | Operations | $20,000 |
| The Rabbit Hole | Operations | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cathleen Burnett
- B John Readey
- Wendy Mejia
- Betty Tracewell
Questions people ask
Does Sally Ann Firestone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sally Ann Firestone Foundation give?
$3.6 million in tax year 2025, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $52,500.
Who runs Sally Ann Firestone Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cathleen Burnett (President), B John Readey (Secretary/Treasurer), Wendy Mejia (Director) and Betty Tracewell (Director).
What does Sally Ann Firestone Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.