Community foundation · EIN 48-0972106
Topeka Community Foundation
Topeka, KS
Topeka Community Foundation is a community foundation based in Topeka, KS. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $6.62M in grants paid across 272 grants, with $115M in total assets. Its largest grants went to The Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center, Mid America Assistance Coalition and Washburn University Foundation.
How to request funding
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check Topeka Community Foundation's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
Scholarship applications are reviewed and scored (based upon the criteria of each scholarship) by an independent reading team. the applicant who scores the highest is awarded the scholarship. if the applicant is eligible for more than one scholarship, the one with the higher monetary value is awarded. the community investment committee issues requests for proposals annually to award the foundation's initiative grants. rep's are reviewed and representatives of the organizations are interviewed and grants are made to those demonstrating the ability to provide the largest impact in the community. donor advised fund grant requests are researched by the president using guidestar and irs publication 78 to ensure each grant is made to a 501(c)3
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 topeka community foundation works to improve the quality of life in the topeka region through an active partnership with donors and others who wish to bring positive change through charitable giving. the foundation manages charitable funds started by individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit organizations.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center | Lawrence, KS | Mental Health | $525,000 |
| Mid America Assistance Coalition | Kansas City, MO | Human Service | $500,000 |
| Washburn University Foundation | Topeka, KS | Educational | $304,400 |
| Friends of the Free State Capitol Inc | Topeka, KS | Public Affairs | $300,000 |
| Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas Inc | Wichita, KS | Community Devel | $225,200 |
| Kansas Children's Discovery Center | Topeka, KS | Educational | $202,000 |
| University of Kansas Endowment Association | Lawrence, KS | Educational | $173,200 |
| City of Topeka | Topeka, KS | Health, General | $154,172 |
| Alliance for a Healthy Kansas | Topeka, KS | Health, General | $150,000 |
| Capper Foundation | Topeka, KS | Disease/Disorder | $140,422 |
| Topeka Rescue Mission | Topeka, KS | Human Service | $128,726 |
| Project Topeka Community Food Drive | Topeka, KS | Food, Nutrition | $125,000 |
| Friends of the Topeka Zoo | Topeka, KS | Animal-Related | $116,823 |
| Greater Topeka Partnership Foundation | Topeka, KS | Community Devel | $110,000 |
| YMCA | Topeka, KS | Youth Devel | $103,500 |
| Valeo Behavioral Health Care | Topeka, KS | Mental Health | $91,839 |
| Topeka Public Schools Usd #501 | Topeka, KS | Educational | $81,305 |
| Grace Episcopal Cathedral | Topeka, KS | Religion | $76,659 |
| Helping Hands Humane Society | Topeka, KS | Animal-Related | $75,072 |
| Kansas State University Foundation | Manhattan, KS | Educational | $75,000 |
| The Bridge of Topeka | Topeka, KS | Youth Devel | $75,000 |
| Connect Church | Guntersville, AL | Religion | $69,100 |
| First United Methodist Church | Topeka, KS | Religion | $68,400 |
| Doorstep Inc | Topeka, KS | Human Service | $67,552 |
| Artsconnect | Topeka, KS | Arts, Culture | $61,000 |
The 25 largest of 272 grants listed on the return. 136 grants to individuals ($171K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does Topeka 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 Topeka 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 Topeka Community Foundation give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $6,616,971 in grants paid (272 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has Topeka Community Foundation funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to The Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center (KS), $525K, Mid America Assistance Coalition (MO), $500K, Washburn University Foundation (KS), $304K, Friends of the Free State Capitol Inc (KS), $300K and Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas Inc (KS), $225K.