Community foundation · EIN 48-1152358
Parsons Area Community Foundation
Parsons, KS
Parsons Area Community Foundation is a community foundation based in Parsons, KS. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $698K in grants paid across 24 grants, with $12.8M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Labette Community College Foundation, St Johns Episcopal Church and City of Parsons.
How to request funding
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check Parsons Area Community Foundation's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility.
Grants as reported on its Form 990 for tax year 2024; the application guidance above is general for this type of funder. Requirements change; confirm with the organization before applying.
Mission
The mission is to improve the quality of life in the greater parsons area by increasing the opportunities for charitable giving, connecting donors to community needs and providing leadership on important community issues now and for future generations.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labette Community College Foundation | Parsons, KS | Education | $101,660 |
| St Johns Episcopal Church | Parsons, KS | Religion | $96,626 |
| City of Parsons | Parsons, KS | Community Betterment | $40,202 |
| Labette County Emergency Assistance Center | Parsons, KS | Human Services | $37,394 |
| St Patrick Catholic School | Parsons, KS | Education | $37,200 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Rocky Mount, MO | Community Betterment | $35,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Parsons | Parsons, KS | Religion | $30,469 |
| Labette Center for Mental Health Services | Parsons, KS | Health/Mental Health | $22,676 |
| Usd 503 Parsons Schools | Parsons, KS | Education | $17,100 |
| Labette County Medical Center Foundation Inc | Parsons, KS | Health/Mental Health | $14,904 |
| Eden Early Learning Academy | Cherryvale, KS | Education | $14,186 |
| Curious Minds Discovery Zone | Parsons, KS | Arts/Culture | $11,853 |
| Parsons Recreation Commission | Parsons, KS | Community Betterment | $10,545 |
| Hht Foundation International | Monkton, MD | Health/Mental Health | $10,000 |
| Proud Animal Lovers Shelter | Parsons, KS | Animal Related | $9,845 |
| Kansas University Alumni Assoc | Lawrence, KS | Education | $8,700 |
| St Patrick Catholic Church | Parsons, KS | Religion | $7,500 |
| Celebrating Parsons Inc | Parsons, KS | Community Betterment | $7,280 |
| Care Cupboard Hygiene Pantry Inc | Parsons, KS | Human Services | $6,000 |
| Parsons Pathways to Freedom Inc | Parsons, KS | Human Services | $6,000 |
| Labette County Fair Association | Oswego, KS | Community Betterment | $5,500 |
| Vikings Dance and Color Guard | Parsons, KS | Arts/Culture | $5,300 |
| Usd 506 | Altamont, KS | Educational Programs | $5,210 |
| Psh&tc Endowment Association | Parsons, KS | Health/Mental Health | $5,121 |
Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does Parsons Area Community Foundation accept grant applications?
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check Parsons Area Community Foundation's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility. Form 990 does not report an application process, so confirm with the organization.
How much does Parsons Area Community Foundation give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $698,113 in grants paid (24 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has Parsons Area Community Foundation funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Labette Community College Foundation (KS), $102K, St Johns Episcopal Church (KS), $96.6K, City of Parsons (KS), $40.2K, Labette County Emergency Assistance Center (KS), $37.4K and St Patrick Catholic School (KS), $37.2K.