Rathert Foundation
Historical FunderSmith Center, Kansas · EIN 48-0963083 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,300 and $6,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THE PEOPLES BANK |
|---|---|
| Address | 136 S MAIN, SMITH CENTER KS 66967 |
| Phone | 7852826682 |
| Form and materials | LETTER, TYPE OF DISASTER, GEOGRAPHICAL AREA, WHAT FUNDS WOULD BE USED FOR. |
| Deadlines | MAY 1ST |
| Restrictions | FOUNDATION MAKES CONTRIBUTIONS ONLY TO SMITH & PHILLIPS COUNTY, KS DISASTER OR MEDICAL HARDSHIP CASES, EDUCATIONAL, AND RELIGIOUS PURPOSES. |
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
0% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Kensington | Kensington, KS | Swimming pool expenses | $10,000 |
| Country View Village | Kensington, KS | Apartment remodel | $9,800 |
| Smith County Free Fair | Smith Center, KS | Black widow groomer & drag | $6,250 |
| United Church of Kensington | Kensington, KS | Insurance | $6,000 |
| Kensington Senior Community Center | Kensington, KS | Insurance & lawn care | $4,380 |
| City of Smith Center | Smith Center, KS | Golf course improvements | $4,200 |
| City of Lebanon | Lebanon, KS | Downspouts | $3,600 |
| Smith County Health Department | Smith Center, KS | Sidewalk & handrails | $3,000 |
| Western Plains Village | Smith Center, KS | Hot water heater | $2,500 |
| Smith Center Recreation Commission | Smith Center, KS | Backstop replacement | $1,300 |
| US Center Foundation Inc | Lebanon, KS | Ramp | $1,000 |
| Lebanon Community Library | Lebanon, KS | Laptop | $949 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($14,247). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $67,226 | 14 |
| 2024 | $60,934 | 12 |
| 2023 | $47,392 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601619349100325
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 48-0963083
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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