Foundations that fund organizations in Anderson, Missouri
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Anderson nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $22K to Anderson organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Anderson around $8,500. 1 of these funders are based in Missouri; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Anderson
- $22K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $8,500
- Based in MO
- 33%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Anderson organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La-Z-Boy Foundation | Monroe, MI | 1 | $13K | $13K | Yes | Education-libraries |
| Arvest Foundation | Bentonville, AR | 1 | $8,500 | $8,500 | Preselected only | To support the Mustang Corral Playground project. |
| Edward Jones Foundation | St Louis, MO | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Educational institutions and related activities |
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 Anderson, Missouri?
La-Z-Boy Foundation, Arvest Foundation, Edward Jones Foundation reported grants to Anderson 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 Anderson. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.