The Sunflower Foundation
Historical FunderLake Quivira, Kansas · EIN 48-0849275 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $2,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | R Alexander Masson |
|---|---|
| Address | 240 Lakeshore Drive West, Lake Quivira KS 662178521 |
| Phone | 9132683551 |
| Form and materials | Written applications with supporting information |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | Generally limited to 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
76% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Academy | Kansas City, MO | Charter school preparatory | $5,000 |
| The Learning Club of Kansas City | Kansas City, KS | Assisting children to improve reading and math skills | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Kansas City, KS | Services for youth | $5,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | Philadelphia, PA | Fulfilling medical needs for children | $2,500 |
| Rose Brooks Center Inc | Kansas City, MO | Crisis intervention for women and children | $2,000 |
| Developing Potential Inc | Lees Summit, MO | Assisting developmenally challenged. | $1,000 |
| La Casa Inc | Las Cruces, NM | Outreach & Education for Children | $1,000 |
| City Union Mission Administration | Kansas City, MO | Helping families of indigenous peoples | $1,000 |
| Crossnore School | Crossnove, NC | Funds to assist for boarding school resources for underprivileged children | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Jacksonville, FL | Helping families of those who have served the united states miliarty | $500 |
| Drumm Farm Center for Kids | Independence, MO | General Operations | $500 |
| Assistance Leage of Kansas City | Gladstone, MO | Operation School Bell | $100 |
| Moms Pantry | Towanda, KS | Food Pantry | $100 |
The return also lists 11 grants to individuals ($17,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $41,700 | 24 |
| 2023 | $42,000 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 26, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522699349100422
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 48-0849275
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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