Foundations that fund organizations in Wathena, Kansas
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Wathena nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $258K to Wathena organizations in their latest filings; 0 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Wathena around $20K. 3 of these funders are based in Kansas; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 0
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Wathena
- $258K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $20K
- Based in KS
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Wathena organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthonys Catholic Society | Wathena, KS | 3 | $235K | $101K | Preselected only | Widows & elderly womensick peoplesewing machines; Water plant; Financial support |
| Wacek Charitable Foundation Joan Wacek Ttee | Blue Rapids, KS | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | Charitable - religious |
| Roger & Ruth Wolfe Charitable Trust | Hiawatha, KS | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Preselected only | Support |
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 Wathena, Kansas?
St Anthonys Catholic Society, Wacek Charitable Foundation Joan Wacek Ttee, Roger & Ruth Wolfe Charitable Trust reported grants to Wathena 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 Wathena. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.