Cps Foundation Inc
Historical FunderWichita, Kansas · EIN 26-2219593 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $9,595 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | CARMEN BUCHANAN |
|---|---|
| Address | 12910 E KILLENWOOD DRIVE, WICHITA KS 67230 |
| Phone | 9132713616 |
| Form and materials | FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. ALL GRANT APPLICATIONS MUST CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING: (1) LETTER OF APPLICATION, (2) DESCRIPTION OF THE ORGANIZATION, INCLUDING BRIEF HISTORY, BRIEF BIOGRAPHIES OF THE PRINCIPALS OF THE ORGANIZATION AND A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PREVIOUS CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES, (3) ORGANIZATION TAX STATUS, (4) PURPOSE OF GRANT, WITH EXPLICIT INSTRUCTIONS OF HOW AND WHEN THE FUNDS ARE TO BE SPENT AND HOW THE EXPENDITURE OF THESE FUNDS WILL ADVANCE THE CHARITABLE PURPOSES, AND (5) FOUR REFERENCES, WITH ADDRESSES AND PHONE NUMBERS. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | ALL GRANTS ARE SUBJECT TO USE SOLELY FOR CHARITABLE, SCIENTIFIC, OR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES AS ALLOWED BY THE CHARTER OF THE FOUNDATION, AND ARE SUBJECT TO THE BOARD'S APPROVAL. ALL GRANTEES MUST ACCOUNT FOR THE FUNDS EXPENDED AND THE RESULTS OBTAINED. |
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
62% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Co | Englewood, CO | Youth mentoring program | $45,300 |
| Exploration Place | Wichita, KS | Science eductaion | $25,013 |
| First Tee of Wichita | Wichita, KS | Youth golf program | $25,000 |
| Alsac (St Judes) | Memphis, TN | Life saving research | $23,820 |
| Folds of Honor North Texas Chapter | Frisco, TX | Children's scholarship fund | $22,500 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Rye Brook, NY | Life saving research | $17,500 |
| Aging Minds Foundation | Dallas, TX | Alzheimers and dementia research | $9,595 |
| The Signatry | Overland Park, KS | Christian ministry support | $2,058 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $170,786 | 8 |
| 2024 | $175,625 | 8 |
| 2023 | $185,799 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641329349100729
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-2219593
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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