Foundations that fund organizations in Ellsworth, Kansas
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Ellsworth nonprofits
13 private foundations gave $837K to Ellsworth organizations in their latest filings; 5 of the 13 that say either way accept applications.
48 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Ellsworth around $2,522. 10 of these funders are based in Kansas; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 13
- Accept applications
- 5
- of 13 that state a policy
- Dollars to Ellsworth
- $837K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 48
- Typical median grant
- $2,522
- Based in KS
- 77%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Ellsworth organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dane G Hansen Foundation | Logan, KS | 10 | $355K | $17K | Yes | Renovate the rec center; Revisiting 1876 production; Renovate an administration warehouse into a rehabilitation… |
| The Patterson Family Foundation | Kansas City, MO | 2 | $221K | $110K | Preselected only | Rural ems 2024 program grant; Rural child care program grant |
| The Horst Reiter Charitable Foundation | Ellsworth, KS | 2 | $139K | $69K | Preselected only | Kiddie slide at pool; Rehab project |
| Stumps Charitable Foundation | Ellsworth, KS | 2 | $42K | $21K | Preselected only | Audio/visual upgrades to arts center; Match madness |
| Dorothy Bettenbrock Thomas Foundation | Ellsworth, KS | 3 | $41K | $10K | Preselected only | Operations; Medical equipment; Operations and capital improvement |
| Wilson Duckwall Foundation | Ellsworth, KS | 5 | $18K | $1,113 | Preselected only | Operations; Support of local library; Children's summer theatre |
| Christine Dolechek Trust | Ellsworth, KS | 16 | $6,900 | $546 | Yes | Education |
| George Stumps Wildlife Trust Fund | Ellsworth, KS | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Wetlands and wildlife conservation projects |
| Oneok Foundation Inc | Tulsa, OK | 2 | $4,665 | $2,332 | Yes | 1 critical care iv pump; Ellsworth high school robotics lab |
| Saint Stephen's of Kansas Charitable Trust | McPherson, KS | 1 | $2,522 | $2,522 | Preselected only | Cna classes |
| Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation Inc | Topeka, KS | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Yes | Support for healthy lifestyle programs in K-12 schools in K… |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 2 | $500 | $250 | Yes | Hometown heroes donation |
| Wimer Family Charitable Foundation Inc | Smolan, KS | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Educational |
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 Ellsworth, Kansas?
Dane G Hansen Foundation, The Patterson Family Foundation, The Horst Reiter Charitable Foundation, Stumps Charitable Foundation, Dorothy Bettenbrock Thomas Foundation and 8 others reported grants to Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.