Foundations that fund organizations in Axtell, Kansas
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Axtell nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $49K to Axtell organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Axtell around $4,000. 3 of these funders are based in Kansas; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Axtell
- $49K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $4,000
- Based in KS
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Axtell organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Patterson Family Foundation | Kansas City, MO | 1 | $35K | $35K | Preselected only | Rural ems 2024 program grant |
| Four Rivers Housing Opportunities Inc | Beloit, KS | 3 | $7,500 | $2,500 | Yes | Pay for the closing costs when purchasing a home |
| Ambrose Rueger Trust | Marysville, KS | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Preselected only | Zoll zenix monitor |
| The Guise-Weber Foundation Inc | Marysville, KS | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Yes | Grant forcommunityfitness center |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Axtell, Kansas?
The Patterson Family Foundation, Four Rivers Housing Opportunities Inc, Ambrose Rueger Trust, The Guise-Weber Foundation Inc reported grants to Axtell organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Axtell. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.