The J W & Mildred A Kisling Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The J W & Mildred A Kisling Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Chesterfield, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $59,000 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $6,000. 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$59,000
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was down from $94,500 the year before.
23% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $57,500 | 39 | $949,873 |
| 2023 | $48,000 | 38 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $94,500 | 36 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $59,000 | 43 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The J W & Mildred A Kisling 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 The J W & Mildred A Kisling Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 38 | $49,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Spirit Radio Foundation | Exempt | $6,000 |
| Jesuits USA | Exempt | $4,000 |
| Our Little Haven | Exempt | $3,000 |
| American Diabetes Assn | Exempt | $2,000 |
| Birthright Counseling | Exempt | $2,000 |
| Circle of Concerns | Exempt | $2,000 |
| One Classroom- St Louis Catholic Archdiocese | Exempt | $2,000 |
| St Marthas Hall | Exempt | $2,000 |
| St Louis Crisis Nursery | Exempt | $2,000 |
| The Backstoppers | Exempt | $2,000 |
| American Cancer Foundation | Exempt | $1,000 |
| American Parkinson Disese Assn | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Assistance League | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Beyond Housing | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Boys Hope & Girls Hope | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Cardinal Glennon Hospital | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Delta Gama Center the Children Wvisual Impairment | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Down Syndrorne of Greater St Louis | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Friends Rural Parish Workers of Christ | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Goodwillmers | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity St Louis | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Humane Society | Exempt | $1,000 |
| St Andrew's Charitable Foundation | Exempt | $1,000 |
| St Louis Tax Assistance Program | Exempt | $1,000 |
| St Louis University | Exempt | $1,000 |
| STL First Responder Canteen | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Support Dogs | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Susan G Komen for Cure | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Therapeutic Horsemanship | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Variety Club of St Louis | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Vitae Society | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Sherwood Forest Camp | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Access Academies | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Joseph & Joan Lipc Chaitable Foundation | Exempt | $1,000 |
| American Kidney Foundation | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Exempt | $1,000 |
| National Psoriasis Foundation | Exempt | $1,000 |
| St Patrick Center | Exempt | $1,000 |
| Starkloff Disability Center | Exempt | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Scott
- Kim Walsh
- Dawn Holmes
Questions people ask
Does The J W & Mildred A Kisling Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The J W & Mildred A Kisling Charitable Foundation give?
$59,000 in tax year 2025, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The J W & Mildred A Kisling Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laura Scott (Trustee), Kim Walsh (Trustee) and Dawn Holmes (Trustee).
What does The J W & Mildred A Kisling Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and youth programs.