Foundations that fund organizations in Lecompton, Kansas
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Lecompton nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $72K to Lecompton organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Lecompton around $23K. 3 of these funders are based in Kansas; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Lecompton
- $72K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $23K
- Based in KS
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Lecompton organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Piersol Foundation Inc | Lecompton, KS | 1 | $48K | $48K | Preselected only | Charitable |
| Ethel & Raymond F Rice Foundation | Lawrence, KS | 1 | $23K | $23K | Yes | Toward operating expenses including utilities, building and… |
| Freestate Community Foundation | Topeka, KS | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Assist with community cupboard, community closet, and back… |
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 Lecompton, Kansas?
The Piersol Foundation Inc, Ethel & Raymond F Rice Foundation, Freestate Community Foundation reported grants to Lecompton 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 Lecompton. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.