Chase Koch Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyWichita, Kansas · EIN 83-1697305 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$2.4M
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$200,000
Total assets$53.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $28,000 and $250,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
30% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Just Trust for Education | Durham, NC | Support the Gravity Fund | $1,000,000 |
| Exploration Place Inc | Wichita, KS | Support Exploration Place and the Construction of the EP2 Initiative | $400,000 |
| League 42 Foundation | Wichita, KS | Support KIDS FIRST Campaign | $250,000 |
| Wichita Collegiate School | Wichita, KS | Renovation of Galichia Auditorium | $250,000 |
| BPS Foundation | Las Vegas, NV | Support Wichita State Student-Athlete Community/Men's Basketball | $200,000 |
| VELA Education Fund | Glencoe, IL | Intended for Investing in Education Founders and Learning Models | $200,000 |
| League 42 Foundation | Wichita, KS | General Operating Expenses | $40,000 |
| Botanica Inc | Wichita, KS | Support 2024 LEGO Nature Pop Exhibit | $28,000 |
| Mark Arts | Wichita, KS | Support Live Musical Performances | $25,000 |
| Wichita Public Schools Foundation | Wichita, KS | Support the Classroom Innovation Pillar | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,403,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $2,280,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503169349101605
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-1697305
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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