The Trusler Foundation Inc
Historical FunderEmporia, Kansas · EIN 48-6117374 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | LINDA KEHRES-SCHMIDT |
|---|---|
| Address | 527 COMMERCIAL ST SUITE B, EMPORIA KS 66801 |
| Phone | 6203429304 |
| EMPORIACF@EMPORIACF.ORG | |
| Form and materials | NONE |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olpe Community Improvement | Olpe, KS | Olpe fitness park - phase #2 | $50,000 |
| Empoira Main Street | Emporia, KS | Digital fabrication innovation and training center | $50,000 |
| Plumb Place | Emporia, KS | Next 100 years campaign | $50,000 |
| Strong City Preservation Alliance | Strong City, KS | Handicap accessible/family friendly restrooms | $50,000 |
| Toledo Township | Emporia, KS | Saffordville community center heating & air | $35,000 |
| Emporia Senior Center | Emporia, KS | Tables & chairs | $31,585 |
| Chase County Old School Development District | Cottonwood Falls, KS | New heating & air in the gym | $22,908 |
| Usd 252 | Hartford, KS | Safe & secure entrances | $17,500 |
| Symphony in the Flint Hills | Cottonwood Falls, KS | 2024 symphony in the flint hills | $15,000 |
| Crosswinds Counseling & Wellness | Emporia, KS | Improving summer food access | $10,000 |
| Eckan | Emporia, KS | To purchase food | $10,000 |
| City of Elmdale | Elmdale, KS | Water pimp replacement | $10,000 |
| Emporia Community Foundation | Emporia, KS | Match day | $3,618 |
| United Way of the Flint Hills Inc | Emporia, KS | Just-As-You-Are rainbow sanctuary for permanent drop in and support center | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $358,611 | 14 |
| 2024 | $362,330 | 16 |
| 2023 | $381,990 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641339349103764
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 48-6117374
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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