Baughman Foundation
Historical FunderLiberal, Kansas · EIN 48-6108797 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $30,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Carol Feather - Francis |
|---|---|
| Address | PO Box 1356, Liberal KS 679051356 |
| Phone | 6206241371 |
| Form and materials | Proposal concerning needs; availability of other funding; amount requested. |
| Deadlines | Monthly Board Meeting |
| Restrictions | Must meet criteria specified in original Trust. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
12% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sccc Development Foundation | Liberal, KS | Scholarships | $277,500 |
| City of Liberal | Liberal, KS | Parks and recreation | $127,500 |
| Panhandle State Foundation | Goodwell, OK | Scholarships | $65,000 |
| Ks Independent College Fund | Topeka, KS | Scholarships & build to planned | $45,000 |
| Kanza Society Inc | Garden City, KS | Public radio operations | $40,000 |
| Brent Eley Foundation | Aurora, CO | Food security expenses | $30,000 |
| Kansas University Endowment | Lawrence, KS | Endowment | $30,000 |
| Babe Ruth Baseball Association of L | Liberal, KS | Assistance with 2024 baseball program | $25,000 |
| Beejays Inc | Liberal, KS | Operations & equipment | $20,000 |
| Ksds Inc | Washington, KS | Canine assistance program expenses | $20,000 |
| Friends University | Wichita, KS | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities | Wichita, KS | Adopt a room | $13,595 |
| City of Forgan | Forgan, OK | Youth league expenses | $13,000 |
| American Red Cross | Liberal, KS | Blood drive & hurricane helene assistance | $10,000 |
| Kansas Elks Training Center for Han | Wichita, KS | Program expenses for individuals with disabilities | $10,000 |
| Crossroads Center Inc | Liberal, KS | Therapeutic riding expenses | $9,000 |
| Liberal Kids Inc | Liberal, KS | Football program | $5,846 |
| Southwest Medical Center | Liberal, KS | Assist with public health fair | $5,000 |
| Seward County Historical Society | Liberal, KS | Furnace | $5,000 |
| Friends of Arkalon Park | Liberal, KS | Park project | $5,000 |
| Genesis Family Health | Garden City, KS | Renovations | $5,000 |
| UM MEX-AMER MINISTRIES dba GENESIS | Garden City, KS | Food pantry | $5,000 |
| Hesston Community Childcare | Hesston, KS | Child care operation expenses | $5,000 |
| Community Concerts of Liberal | Liberal, KS | Community concert operations | $850 |
The return also lists 8 grants to individuals ($327,968). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,120,259 | 32 |
| 2023 | $975,599 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503219349106435
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 48-6108797
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.