Lair Foundation
Historical FunderWichita, Kansas · EIN 26-0600516 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,500 and $35,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JULIE LAIR |
|---|---|
| Address | 2130 N KEENELAND CIR, WICHITA KS 672064461 |
| Phone | 3166847102 |
| Form and materials | LETTER OF REQUEST STATING PROPOSED USE OF FUNDS. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT ANY TIME. |
| Restrictions | ORGANIZATION MUST BE A 501(C)(3) PUBLIC CHARITY. |
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
9% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita State University Foundation | Wichita, KS | Business school expansion | $300,000 |
| Wichita Family Crisis Center | Wichita, KS | Domestic violence center | $150,000 |
| Kansas Health Foundation | Wichita, KS | To fund programs, research, and initiatives that address major public health challenges. | $70,000 |
| Wus-Icaa | Wichita, KS | Student-Athlete scholarships, academic programs, and athletic facility enhancements | $65,000 |
| Rainbows United Inc | Wichita, KS | Early childhood intervention | $60,000 |
| Union Rescue Mission of Wichita Inc | Wichita, KS | Meals and housing | $35,000 |
| Shepherds Way Inc | Wichita, KS | Adult disability | $30,000 |
| The Opportunity Project | Wichita, KS | Tuition assistance for children | $25,000 |
| Wichita Habitat for Humanity Inc | Wichita, KS | Providing shelter | $25,000 |
| Special Operations Warrior Foundation | Tampa, FL | Scholarships to spec ops military kids | $20,000 |
| Kansas Food Bank | Wichita, KS | Provide essential hunger relief | $15,200 |
| American National Red Cross | Washington, DC | Provide emergency support | $15,000 |
| League 42 Foundation | Wichita, KS | Introduce baseball to youth | $12,500 |
| Empower | Wichita, KS | Support of hispanic community | $10,000 |
| Young Life Wichita | Wichita, KS | Christian ministry to kids | $10,000 |
| The Treehouse Inc | Wichita, KS | Aid for mothers and babies | $7,500 |
| The Honore Adversis Foundation | Wichita, KS | Community outreach | $5,800 |
| Junior Achievement of Kansas | Wichita, KS | Inspire & prepare youth for success | $5,000 |
| Starkey Inc | Wichita, KS | Employment and training for disabled | $5,000 |
| Wichita Festivals Inc | Wichita, KS | Community celebrations | $5,000 |
| Grace Med | Wichita, KS | To fund healthcare to the underserved and uninsured. | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $872,000 | 21 |
| 2024 | $1,366,950 | 21 |
| 2023 | $765,204 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601349349103270
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-0600516
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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