The Debruce Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Debruce Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $225,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$225,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$14.0 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was down from $283,911 the year before.
32% of its 2024 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 | $283,911 | 32 | $15.6 million |
| 2024 | $225,000 | 22 | $14.0 million |
How to apply
The Debruce 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Debruce Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 16 | $186,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $17,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $14,000 |
| California | 2 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Umkc | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Kansas City Repertory Theatre | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Friends of Boca Grande | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Jewish Community Relations Bureauajc | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Show-Me Institute | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Umkc Henry Bloch School of Management | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Umkc Trustees | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Ku Endowment Association | General charitable purposes | $7,500 |
| Jazzoo - Kansas City Zoo | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Kansas City Symphony | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Mocsa | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Naval Postgraduate School Foundation | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| The Jewell Ball | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Gicia | General charitable purposes | $4,000 |
| Umkc Starr Whof | General charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Awesome Ambitions | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | General operating support | $2,500 |
| National Wwi Museum & Memorial | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| University Academy Foundation | General charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Kansas City Ballet Guild | General charitable purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul E Debruce
- Leo Morton
- David Frantze
- Leigh Anne Taylor Knight
- Linda Woodsmall-Debruce
- Lou Smith
Questions people ask
Does The Debruce Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Debruce Foundation give?
$225,000 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Debruce Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul E Debruce (President & Ceo), Leo Morton (Vice President), David Frantze (Secretary & Treasurer) and Leigh Anne Taylor Knight (Executive Director & Coo) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Debruce Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and animals.