Short Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Short Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $146,750 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,625 and the largest $50,000. 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$146,750
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,625
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $192,042 the year before.
50% 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 | $192,042 | 28 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $146,750 | 12 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Short Family 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 Short Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 9 | $140,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Lukes Foundation | Program funding for organization activities | $50,000 |
| The Summit Church | Program funding for organization activities | $36,000 |
| Englewood Arts | Program funding for organization activities | $25,000 |
| Kauffman Center for Performing Arts | Program funding for organization activities | $15,000 |
| Compass Elementary | Program funding for organization activities | $10,000 |
| Answering the Call | Program funding for organization activities | $2,750 |
| Gift of Life | Program funding for organization activities | $2,500 |
| Lee's Summit Parks & Rec | Program funding for organization activitiies | $1,500 |
| St Michael the Archangel | Program funding for organization activities | $1,500 |
| Kyles Gift | Program funding for organization activities | $1,000 |
| Youth Ambassadors | Program funding for organization activities | $1,000 |
| Lee's Summit North | Program funding for organization activities | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin D Short
- Alexander M Short
- Janet M Short
- Phillip D Short
Questions people ask
Does Short Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Short Family Foundation give?
$146,750 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,625.
Who runs Short Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Benjamin D Short (President), Alexander M Short (Vice President), Janet M Short (Secretary) and Phillip D Short (Treasurer).
What does Short Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.