Dwane L and Velma Lunt Wallace Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderWichita, Kansas · EIN 48-1071478 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$3.8M
Organizations funded59
Typical grant$35,000
Total assets$81.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $100,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | EMILY A LONG |
|---|---|
| Address | 301 N MAIN ST SUITE 600, WICHITA KS 672024806 |
| Phone | 3162638294 |
| EMILY@BEVERDYE.COM | |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION SHOULD BE SUBMITTED WITH FULL PROPOSAL (PLUS ONE COPY). |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | AWARDS MUST QUALIFY FOR CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS UNDER SEC. 170(C), 2055(A), AND/OR 2522(A) AND ARE LIMITED TO RECIPIENTS IN THE WICHITA, KANSAS AREA AND SECONDARILY WITHIN THE STATE OF KANSAS. |
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
1% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ku Endowment Assn | Lawrence, KS | Education programs, per grant agreement | $500,000 |
| Wichita Public Library Foundation | Wichita, KS | Pledged amount for 2024, per grant agreement | $300,000 |
| Orpheum Performing Arts Center Ltd | Wichita, KS | Pledged amount for 2024, per grant agreement | $250,000 |
| Fundamental Learning Center Inc | Wichita, KS | Commitment for 2024, per grant agreement | $214,286 |
| Empower Evergreen Inc | Wichita, KS | Pledged amount for 2024, per grant agreement | $125,000 |
| Wichita State University Foundation | Wichita, KS | Pledged amount for 2024, per grant agreement | $125,000 |
| First Tee-Greater Wichita | Wichita, KS | Construction of a youth development facility | $125,000 |
| Kansas Foodbank Warehouse | Wichita, KS | Food distribution program | $100,000 |
| Freedom Hooves Therapeutic Riding Center | Wichita, KS | Hope in motion campaign | $100,000 |
| Hunter Health Clinic Inc | Wichita, KS | New community wellness center | $100,000 |
| Starkey Inc | Wichita, KS | Building three six-bedroom group homes | $100,000 |
| Kansas Health Science University | Wichita, KS | Biomedical science laboratory | $100,000 |
| The Kansas African American Museum | Wichita, KS | Renovation for new museum & cuktural center | $100,000 |
| Newton Healthcare Corporation | Newton, KS | Expansion of the emergency dept | $100,000 |
| Family Promise of Greater Wichita | Wichita, KS | Keeping our promise campaign | $100,000 |
| League 42 Foundation | Wichita, KS | Facilities at fidelity bank fields | $87,000 |
| Child Advocacy Center of Sedgwick County | Wichita, KS | Expansion of free community outreach and education | $80,000 |
| Ketch | Wichita, KS | New computers | $75,000 |
| American Red Cross | Wichita, KS | Purchase of two power red machines and a new blood emergency vehicle | $69,284 |
| Center for Behavioral & Academic Research | Wichita, KS | Develop two adaptable learning centers | $60,000 |
| Episcopal Social Services Inc | Wichita, KS | Carpet replacement | $55,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of South Central Kansas | Wichita, KS | After school programs | $50,000 |
| Camp Wood YMCA | Elmdale, KS | Feet up campaign | $50,000 |
| Caldwell Hospital & Health Foundation | Caldwell, KS | Medical technology and innovative diagnostic equipment | $50,000 |
| Wichita Area Sexual Assault Center | Wichita, KS | Advocacy against assault initiative | $50,000 |
| Olpe Community Improvement | Olpe, KS | Education, health & wellness campaign | $50,000 |
| Senior Services Inc of Wichita | Wichita, KS | Meals on wheels program | $50,000 |
| Pbs Kansas | Wichita, KS | Pymt for the production switcher | $46,065 |
| Emberhope Inc | Newton, KS | The help fund | $40,000 |
| Wichita Grand Opera Inc | Wichita, KS | Production of LA cenerentola | $35,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Wichita, KS | Alz cares program | $30,850 |
| Downtown Kiwanis Intl Foundation | Wichita, KS | Purchase of a tornado shelter | $30,000 |
| Wichita Animal Action League | Wichita, KS | Assistance with pet food banks, vaccine, and microchipping | $30,000 |
| Assistance League of Wichita | Wichita, KS | Operation school bell program | $25,000 |
| Central Plains Health Care Partnership | Wichita, KS | Funding of coordinated medical care for people with low income | $25,000 |
| Wichita Symphony Society | Wichita, KS | Young people's concerts | $25,000 |
| Project Teacher | Wichita, KS | Providing school supplies | $25,000 |
| Quivera Council | Wichita, KS | Assistance with adventure camp and awareness camp | $24,000 |
| Ballet Wichita | Wichita, KS | Scholarships for low income students, grades 4 and 5 | $20,000 |
| Music Theatre Wichita | Wichita, KS | Funds to conduct a nationwide talent audition | $20,000 |
| Casa of Sedgwick County | Wichita, KS | Recruitment and training of volunteers | $20,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Topeka, KS | Safeguarding kansas grasslands | $20,000 |
| Club Parkinsons Inc | Wichita, KS | Fitness classes and services | $20,000 |
| Heartspring Inc | Wichita, KS | Security upgrade project, esp. enhanced lighting | $20,000 |
| United Methodist Open Door | Wichita, KS | Family rapid re-housing program | $20,000 |
| Kansas Children's Foundation | Wichita, KS | Music therapy program | $20,000 |
| Wichita Art Museum | Wichita, KS | Assistance with the peterson exhibition and engagement | $20,000 |
| The Pando Initiative | Wichita, KS | Education and social-emotional learning | $20,000 |
| Wildwood Outdoor Education Center | LA Cygne, KS | 2024 day camp | $15,000 |
| Women's Initiative Network Inc | Wichita, KS | Domestic violence employment program | $15,000 |
| Kansas Aviation Museum | Wichita, KS | Education immersive flight simulator program | $15,000 |
| Dear Neighbor Ministries Inc | Wichita, KS | Emergency assistance to clients facing homelessness in the hilltop neighborhood | $15,000 |
| Simply Hygiene Inc | Park City, KS | Distribution of hygiene products to 14 partners | $14,000 |
| Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation of Kansas Inc | Wichita, KS | Medical equipment | $13,000 |
| Special Olympics Kansas | Mission, KS | $10,000 | |
| Kansas Humane Society | Wichita, KS | Spay/Neuter services for low-income pet owners | $10,000 |
| Mark Arts | Wichita, KS | Summer steam camps for children ages 6 to 12 | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Great Plains Nature Center | Wichita, KS | Linking children to nature program | $5,000 |
| Miracle Flights | Las Vegas, NV | Flights for families residing in kansas | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,828,485 | 59 |
| 2023 | $3,353,529 | 49 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503189349104410
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 48-1071478
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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