Henry E Wurst Family Foundation
Historical FunderKansas City, Missouri · EIN 48-6107464 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | GWEN WURST |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 33068, KANSAS CITY MO 64114 |
| Phone | 8162370530 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC FORM. THE REQUEST SHOULD BE AS COMPLETE AS POSSIBLE. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE ISSUED PRIMARILY IN KANSAS CITY METROPOLITAN AREA. |
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
29% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | General op | $18,000 |
| Salvation Army - Ks & Western Mo | Kansas City, MO | General op | $18,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | General op | $17,000 |
| Wildwood Outdoor Education Center | LA Cygne, KS | General op | $17,000 |
| Camps for Kids | Mission, KS | General op | $15,000 |
| Synergy Services Inc | Parkville, MO | General op | $15,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Great Plains | Overlalnd Park, KS | General op | $11,000 |
| Kansas City Young Audiences | Kansas City, MO | General op | $10,000 |
| Greater Kc Sports Foundation (Win for Kc) | Kansas City, MO | General op | $7,500 |
| Humane Society of Greater Kansas City | Kansas City, KS | General op | $7,000 |
| Feed Northland Kids | Kansas City, MO | General op | $6,000 |
| Youth Ambassadors Inc | Kansas City, MO | General op | $6,000 |
| Grace United Community Ministries | Kansas City, MO | General op | $5,000 |
| Jackson County Casa | Kansas City, MO | General op | $5,000 |
| Northeast Community Center | Kansas City, MO | General op | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics Kc Metro | Kansas City, MO | General op | $5,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Kansas City | Overlalnd Park, KS | General op | $5,000 |
| Cultivate Kc | Kansas City, MO | General op | $3,000 |
| Harvestersbacksnack | Kansas City, MO | General op | $3,000 |
| Hillcrest Platte County | Riverside, MO | General op | $3,000 |
| Village Presbyterian Church Food Pantry | Overland Park, KS | General op | $3,000 |
| Ability Kc | Kansas City, MO | General op | $2,000 |
| Begreat Together | Kansas City, MO | General op | $2,000 |
| Police Athletic League of Kcks | Kansas City, KS | General op | $2,000 |
| Rose Brooks Center | Kansas City, MO | General op | $2,000 |
| The Farm School at Gibbs Road | Kansas City, KS | General op | $2,000 |
| Northland Clothing Center | Kansas City, MO | General op | $1,500 |
| Foster Adopt Connect | Independence, MO | General op | $1,000 |
| Kansas City Ballet Association | Kansas City, MO | General op | $1,000 |
| Kansas City Symphony | Kansas Ctiy, MO | General op | $1,000 |
| Medical Missions Foundation | Lenexa, KS | General op | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $200,000 | 31 |
| 2023 | $200,000 | 31 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 5, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202532179349101218
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 48-6107464
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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