The Donald H & Mary Jane Buchanan Foundation
Invitation OnlySparta, Illinois · EIN 43-1807190 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$644K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$17,352
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $8,648 and $43,295.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Louis Childrens Hospital Foundation | St Louis, MO | Charitable purpose | $291,588 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities St Louis | St Louis, MO | Charitable purpose | $86,647 |
| Cardinal Glennon Hospital Foundation | St Louis, MO | Charitable purpose | $86,647 |
| Lifewise Stl | St Louis, MO | Charitable purpose | $43,295 |
| College of the Ozarks | Point Lookout, MO | Charitable purpose | $28,901 |
| St Louis Area Foodbank | Bridgeton, MO | Charitable purpose | $20,197 |
| The Salvation Army | St Louis, MO | Charitable purpose | $17,352 |
| Lemay Child & Family Center | St Louis, MO | Charitable purpose | $17,352 |
| The Smile Train | New York, NY | Charitable purpose | $14,451 |
| Megan Meier Foundation | St Charles, MO | Charitable purpose | $8,648 |
| Angels' Arms | St Louis, MO | Charitable purpose | $8,648 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Mo | St Louis, MO | Charitable purpose | $8,591 |
| Boys & Girls Town of Missouri | St James, MO | Charitable purpose | $5,803 |
| Sunshine Ministries | St Louis, MO | Charitable purpose | $5,803 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $643,923 | 14 |
| 2023 | $75,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202541349349103589
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-1807190
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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