W J Brace Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
W J Brace Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $401,650 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$401,650
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$10.5 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2025 was up from $360,274 the year before.
45% of its 2025 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 | $364,500 | 19 | $8.8 million |
| 2024 | $360,274 | 17 | $9.3 million |
| 2025 | $401,650 | 20 | $10.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Bank of America N A PO Box 219119, Kansas City, MO 64141-9119 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (816) 292-4300 |
| What to submit | Letter form of no more than 3 pages with appropriate attachments |
| Restrictions | Restricted to charitable organizations located in the state of Missouri, u.s.a. Preference will be given to (1) the education and health of children, (2) the health and care of aged persons, and |
What W J Brace Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 15 | $329,650 |
| Kansas | 3 | $47,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-America Regional Council | Support communities for all | $50,000 |
| Partnership Regional Educational Prep | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Cultivate Kansas City Inc | Unrestricted general | $40,000 |
| Girl Scouts of NE KS & NW Mo | Support outreach programs | $30,000 |
| Watkins Mill Association Inc | Enhancement of volunteer | $29,650 |
| Hopebuilders Home Repair Inc | Home repair for underserved | $25,000 |
| Northland Shepherds Center | Empowering older adults to | $20,000 |
| Food Equality Initiative | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Grandview Assistance Program | Support putting students | $15,000 |
| Cristo Rey Kansas City | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Teach for America Inc | Empowering educators, | $15,000 |
| Kansas City Chapter of Young Audiences | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Rebuilding Together Clay County | Safe at home: falls | $15,000 |
| Camps for Kids | Unrestricted general | $12,000 |
| Northland Lutheran School | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Kansas City Medical Society | Strengthening health access | $10,000 |
| Community Capital Fund | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Drumm Center for Children | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Caring for Kids Network Inc | Support thrive together | $5,000 |
| Saving Kidsight | Vision screenings and care | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does W J Brace Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does W J Brace Charitable Trust give?
$401,650 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs W J Brace Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does W J Brace Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.