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Freestate Community Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in MC LOUTH, KS. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2018. The principal officer is Sarah Farlee. It holds total assets of $48K. Annual income is reported at $56K. Total assets have decreased from $69K in 2019 to $29K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 8 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Kansas. According to available records, Freestate Community Foundation Inc. has made 34 grants totaling $153K, with a median grant of $4K. Annual giving has decreased from $102K in 2020 to $51K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $14K, with an average award of $4K. The foundation has supported 31 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in Kansas. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$3K
Average Grant
$5K
Largest Grant
$16K
Based on 18 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Freestate Community Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 34 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in KS.
Freestate Community Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $153K across 34 grants. The median grant size is $4K, with an average of $4K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $14K.
The application deadline is APPLICATION DEADLINES ARE MARCH 1ST, JUNE 1ST, SEPTEMBER 1ST, AND DECEMBER 1ST.. Organizations may receive only one grant award from the foundation each year.
Freestate Community Foundation Inc. is headquartered in MC LOUTH, KS.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deron Johnson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Carol Marple | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Melinda Harwood | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Christopher Parr | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sarah Farlee | PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Desiree Laforge | CHAIR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Morgan Starcher | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Brad Parker | CHAIRMAN UNTIL NOV 2023 | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$53K
Total Assets
$29K
Fair Market Value
$29K
Net Worth
$29K
Grants Paid
$51K
Contributions
$57K
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
$1K
Total Grants
34
Total Giving
$153K
Average Grant
$4K
Median Grant
$4K
Unique Recipients
31
Most Common Grant
$2K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas County 4-H Foundation IncFUNDING FOR DAY ON THE FARM WHICH IS AN EDUCATIONAL EVENT FOR 4TH GRADE STUDENTS | Lawrence, KS | $2K | 2022 |
| Catholic CharitiesFUNDING FOR THE LEAVENWORTH COUNTY EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR ASSISTANCE TO THOSE IN NEED FOR FOOD, RENT, UTILTIES, PRESCRIPTIONS, CLOTHING, TRANSPORTATION, PERSONAL/HOUSEHOLD/BABY ITEMS | Overland Park, KS | $8K | 2022 |
| Silver Lake Library FoundationTO REPAIR THE EAST AND WEST WALLS OF THE LIBRARY WHICH ARE CURRENTLY CRUMBLING ONTO THE SIDEWALK AND NEIGHBORING ROOFS | Silver Lake, KS | $8K | 2022 |
| Jefferson County Humane Society IncTO REPLACE THE FENCING AND TARPS FOR OUTDOOR KENNELS AND ADD PEA GRAVEL TO THE LARGER KENNELS | Valley Falls, KS | $6K | 2022 |
| Oskaloosa Public LibraryTO REPLACE THE HVAC AT THE LIBRARY | Oskaloosa, KS | $5K | 2022 |
| Race Against Breast Cancer (Rabc)FUNDING FOR NO-COST MAMMOGRAPHY PROGRAM WHICH PAYS FOR MAMMOGRAPHY SCREENING FOR THOSE IN FINANCIAL NEED IN ATCHISON, BROWN, DONIPHAN, DOUGLAS, JACKSON, JEFFERSON, NEMAHA, OSAGE, POTTAWATOMIE, SHAWNEE, AND WABAUNSEE COUNTIES. | Topeka, KS | $5K | 2022 |
| Jefferson West - Usd 340REPLACE 26 YEAR OLD BUTCHER BLOCK COUNTER TOP IN HIGH SCHOOL KITCHEN WITH A STAINLESS STEEL COUNTER TOP | Meriden, KS | $5K | 2022 |
| God'S Storehouse IncTO REPLACE THE FLOOR AROUND THE FREEZER THAT HAS BEEN DAMAGED DUE TO A LEAKY ROOF | Meriden, KS | $4K | 2022 |
| Leavenworth Co Master Gardners IncTO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS FOR PACKETS HANDED OUT TO ATTENDENTS AGE 7-18, AS WELL AS MEALS FOR THE DAY-LONG EVENT (K-STATE RESEARCH EXTENSION - LEAVENWORTH COUNTY LIVESTOCK) | Lansing, KS | $4K | 2022 |
| Silver Lake Usd 372 Public School Foundation IncTO PURCHASE LAUNCHPADS TO UTILIZE IN THE PRESCHOOL CLASSROOMS AT SILVER LAKE GRADE SCHOOL | Silver Lake, KS | $2K | 2022 |
| Topeka North Outreach IncCONTRUBUTION TOWARD THE CARING COMMUNITY FOR ASSISTANCE TO THOSE IN NEED OF FOOD, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, OR HYGENE PRODUCTS | Topeka, KS | $2K | 2022 |
| Mclouth Public LibraryREPLACE WINDOWS, DUCT WORK, AND BUILD OUTDOOR STORAGE BUILDING TO STORE FUNDRAISING EQUIPMENT AND PROJECTOR SCREEN FOR MOVIES IN THE PARK | Mclouth, KS | $2K | 2022 |
| Little Stranger Church SocietyCONTRIBUTION TOWARD BRINGING UP TO ELECTRIC CODE AND STANDARDS FOR HISTORIC PROPERTIES | Leavenworth, KS | $250 | 2022 |
| Silver Lake Fire DepartmentDEVELOP A GRAIN BIN RESCUE TEAM TRAINED AND CAPABLE OF PERFORMING RESCUES FOR NOT ONLY SHAWNEE CO., BUT OTHER NEIGHBORING COUNTIES. | Silver Lake, KS | $13K | 2020 |
| Pantry Of HopeREPLACING THE PARKING LOT CEMENT AND SIDEWALKS WILL IMPROVE THE GENERAL SAFETY AND ACCESSIBILITY TO THE BUILDING FOR ALL PATRONS AND VOLUNTEERS. | Winchester, KS | $10K | 2020 |
| Auburn FireTHE FUNDING GRANTED TO THE FD IS TO OUTFIT ONE BRUSH TRUCK WITH A FLATBED SYSTEM. | Auburn, KS | $8K | 2020 |
| Valley Falls EmsFUNDING WOULD ASSIST THE DEPARTMENT IN PURCHASING A POWER LIFT COT FOR ONE OF THE TWO AMBULANCES. THESE COTS ASSIST VOLUNTEER STAFF WITH SAFELY LIFTING PATIENTS. THE COT WILL ALSO DECREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF VOLUNTEER INJURIES. | Valley Falls, KS | $7K | 2020 |
| Lecompton FireFUNDING WAS GRANTED TO THE LECOMPTON FIRE DEPARTMENT TO OBTAIN THERMAL IMAGING CAMERAS (TIC). | Lecompton, KS | $6K | 2020 |
| Valencia FireTHE DEPARTMENT REQUESTED FUNDING TO PURCHASE A WATER RESCUE BOAT THAT WILL ASSIST IN NOT ONLY LOCAL EMERGENCIES BUT ALLOW FOR PROVIDING MUTUAL AID TO NEIGHBORING COUNTIES. | Topeka, KS | $5K | 2020 |
| Brothers In Blue ReentryTHE FUNDING PROVIDED IS TO BE USED FOR DIRECT ASSISTANCE ONLY TOWARD THE COVID-19 ALUMNI EMERGENCY RESPONSE FUND. | Lansing, KS | $5K | 2020 |
| Capper FoundationTHE FUNDING WILL BE USED TO PURCHASE A SPECIALIZED ADAPTED ACTIVITY CHAIR TO BE USED DURING FEEDING THERAPY FOR CHILDREN WHO NEED MORE SUPPORT TO EAT SAFELY | Topeka, KS | $4K | 2020 |
| Kansas Suicide Prevention Hq IncKSPHQ IS SEEKING FUNDS TO TRAIN THE SPRING CLASSES OF VOLUNTEER COUNSELORS THROUGH OUR 10-WEEK TRAINING PROGRAM | Lawrence, KS | $4K | 2020 |
| Jefferson Co AmbulancePURCHASING NEW SAPPHIRE MULTI-THERAPY INFUSION DEVICES AND START-UP SUPPLIES FOR THE PUMPS | Oskaloosa, KS | $4K | 2020 |
| Meriden Antique Engine And Threshers AssociationTHE BLOOMFIELD CHURCH IS PART OF OUR LIVING HISTORY TOWN, COTTONWOOD STATION. FUNDING IS TO HELP THE RESTORATION PROCESS. | Meriden, KS | $3K | 2020 |
| Doorstep IncPROVIDE DIRECT ASSISTANCE TO THOSE IN NEED. FUNDING PRIMARILY GOES TO PAY FOR RENT OR UTILITIES TO HELP PEOPLE STAY CONNECTED AND HOUSED. | Topeka, KS | $3K | 2020 |
| Boy Scouts Of AmericaTHE FUNDING GRANTED TO THE BOY SCOUT ORGANIZATION IS TO BE USED TOWARD REPLACEMENT OF A COMMERCIAL DISHWASHER. | Topeka, KS | $3K | 2020 |
| City Of AuburnTHE FUNDING GRANTED TO THE CITY OF AUBURN WILL BE USED TO ADD A PARK BENCH, GARDEN SWING, AND TRASH CAN TO THE CITY'S NEWLY RENOVATED PARK. | Auburn, KS | $3K | 2020 |
| Topeka Ymca FoundationTHE FUNDING WILL PROVIDE FUNDING TO PAY INSTRUCTORS, ITEMS FOR CLASS, AS WELL AS THE LICENSING FEE FOR THE PROGRAM AND TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION FOR THE COACHES. | Topeka, KS | $2K | 2020 |
| Douglas Co Ksreday On The FarmTHE LAWRENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT HAS TO PAY FOR THEIR OWN BUSING FOR FIELD TRIPS. WITH SCHOOLS ALREADY LOW BUDGET, THEY WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO AFFORD TO ATTEND WITHOUT SUPPORT FROM DAY ON THE FARM'S BUDGET. FUNDING WILL BE USED TO OFFSET THE COST OF BUSING TO THE EXTENSION EVENT. | Lawrence, KS | $2K | 2020 |
| Kansas Rural Communities FoundationWILL GO TOWARD TEMPORARY REPAIR TO A LARGE SECTION OF FLAT ROOF ON THE FORMER DELIA GRADE SCHOOL. | Wamego, KS | $2K | 2020 |
| Perry United Methodist ChurchBLESSING BOX PROJECT THAT WILL PROVIDE FOOD OR PERSONAL ITEMS 24/7 FOR THE AREA AROUND PERRY, SPECIFICALLY SERVING THE USD 343 AREA. | Perry, KS | $1K | 2020 |