Lori and Steve Clinkinbeard Foundation
Invitation OnlyTopeka, Kansas · EIN 88-0938434 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$49K
Organizations funded28
Typical grant$500
Total assets$1.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $1,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
35% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn University | Topeka, KS | Higher Education support | $10,000 |
| Emporia State University | Emporia, KS | Higher Education support | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | Topeka, KS | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Children Mercy | Kansas City, MO | Support chartiys cause | $5,000 |
| United Way | Topeka, KS | Support chartiys cause | $5,000 |
| St Jude | Memphis, TN | Support chartiys cause | $1,500 |
| Salvation Army | Topeka, KS | Support chartiys cause | $1,500 |
| Silverbacks | Topeka, KS | Feed the homeless | $1,500 |
| Nicklaus Childrens Hospital | Miami, FL | Support chartiys cause | $1,000 |
| Marian Dental | Topeka, KS | Public free dental | $1,000 |
| Topeka Rescue Mission | Topeka, KS | Feed shelter homeless | $1,000 |
| Harvester | Kansas City, MO | Feed the homeless | $1,000 |
| Prairieland Visiting Animals | Topeka, KS | Therpary animals | $1,000 |
| Ktwu - Pbs | Topeka, KS | Public TV | $500 |
| Capper Foundations | Topeka, KS | Support chartiys cause | $500 |
| American Cancer Society | Topeka, KS | Support chartiys cause | $500 |
| Ks Children Service League | Topeka, KS | Placement of children | $500 |
| Leukemia Society | Ryt Brook, NY | Support chartiys cause | $500 |
| Midland Care | Topeka, KS | Support chartiys cause | $500 |
| Wounded Warriors | Jacksonville, FL | Support chartiys cause | $250 |
| Midwest Transplant | Westwood, KS | Support chartiys cause | $250 |
| Hayden High School | Topeka, KS | Educational support | $250 |
| Hermansky Pudlak Syndrome Network | Oyster Bay, NY | Support chartiys cause | $250 |
| American Heart Assn | Phoenix, AZ | Support chartiys cause | $250 |
| Kansas Sheriffs' Association | Topeka, KS | Support chartiys cause | $100 |
| K-9 Heros | Fredericl, MD | Care for retired K9 | $100 |
| Natl Law Enforcement Officers Memorial | Washington, DC | Recognize fall law enforcement | $100 |
| National Deputy Sheiffs Assn | Wichita, KS | Support chartiys cause | $25 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $49,075 | 28 |
| 2024 | $41,200 | 23 |
| 2023 | $30,750 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 21, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622339349100252
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-0938434
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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