Foundations that fund organizations in Norborne, Missouri
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Norborne nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $39K to Norborne organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
7 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Norborne around $3,000. 3 of these funders are based in Missouri; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Norborne
- $39K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 7
- Typical median grant
- $3,000
- Based in MO
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Norborne organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Patterson Family Foundation | Kansas City, MO | 1 | $25K | $25K | Preselected only | Rural workforce development program grant |
| Mervyn W Jenkins Foundation | Chillicothe, MO | 3 | $7,500 | $3,000 | Preselected only | Community development; Education |
| James and Gladys Glover Foundation | Independence, MO | 2 | $6,000 | $3,000 | Preselected only | To provide funding for school programs; To provide funding for school ffa program |
| Equitable Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | General contribution |
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 Norborne, Missouri?
The Patterson Family Foundation, Mervyn W Jenkins Foundation, James and Gladys Glover Foundation, Equitable Foundation Inc reported grants to Norborne 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 Norborne. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.