Thomas Martin Foundation
Invitation OnlyKansas City, Missouri · EIN 48-1222230 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$39K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$721K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,750.
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
41% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Library of Congress | Washington, DC | Support congress/knowledge andcreativity | $25,000 |
| Nelson Atkins Museum | Kansas City, MO | Preservation/Exhibition ofvisual arts | $3,500 |
| Village Presbyterian Church | Prairie Village, KS | Church | $2,500 |
| Umkc Conservatory of Music | Kansas City, MO | Performanceeducation | $1,750 |
| Kansas City Symphony | Kansas City, MO | Performancearts | $1,500 |
| Kauffman Ctr for Perf Arts | Kansas City, MO | Performingarts support | $1,500 |
| Truman Library | Independence, MO | Exhibits | $1,000 |
| Kappa Kappa Gamma Fdn | Dublin, OH | Scholarshipseduc assistance | $1,000 |
| Harvest Wine & Food Fest | Miramar Beach, FL | Supportchildrens charities | $500 |
| University Academy | Kansas City, MO | Scholarshipseducation | $500 |
| Abilitykcorg | Kansas City, MO | Medical rehabilitation | $500 |
| Gift of Life | Overland Park, KS | Memorial | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,350 | 12 |
| 2024 | $39,350 | 7 |
| 2023 | $36,550 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601259349101935
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 48-1222230
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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