W J Brace Charitable Trust
Historical FunderDallas, Texas · EIN 59-7244050 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | BANK OF AMERICA N A |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 219119, KANSAS CITY MO 641419119 |
| Phone | 8162924300 |
| N/A | |
| Form and materials | LETTER FORM OF NO MORE THAN 3 PAGES WITH APPROPRIATE ATTACHMENTS |
| Deadlines | NO SPECIFIC DEADLINES |
| Restrictions | RESTRICTED TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS LOCATED IN THE STATE OF MISSOURI, U.S.A. PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO (1) THE EDUCATION AND HEALTH OF CHILDREN, (2) THE HEALTH AND CARE OF AGED PERSONS, AND |
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
100% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-America Regional Council | Kansas City, MO | Support communities for all | $50,000 |
| Partnership Regional Educational Prep | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Cultivate Kansas City Inc | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted general | $40,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Ne Ks & Nw Mo | Kansas City, MO | Support outreach programs | $30,000 |
| Watkins Mill Association Inc | Excelsior Spring, MO | Enhancement of volunteer | $29,650 |
| Hopebuilders Home Repair Inc | Overland Park, KS | Home repair for underserved | $25,000 |
| Northland Shepherds Center | Gladstone, MO | Empowering older adults to | $20,000 |
| Food Equality Initiative | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Grandview Assistance Program | Grandview, MO | Support putting students | $15,000 |
| Cristo Rey Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Teach for America Inc | New York, NY | Empowering educators, | $15,000 |
| Kansas City Chapter of Young Audiences | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Rebuilding Together Clay County | Liberty, MO | Safe at home: falls | $15,000 |
| Camps for Kids | Mission, KS | Unrestricted general | $12,000 |
| Northland Lutheran School | Kronenwetter, WI | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Kansas City Medical Society | Merriam, KS | Strengthening health access | $10,000 |
| Community Capital Fund | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Drumm Center for Children | Independence, MO | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Caring for Kids Network Inc | Kansas City, MO | Support thrive together | $5,000 |
| Saving Kidsight | Kansas City, MO | Vision screenings and care | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $401,650 | 20 |
| 2024 | $360,274 | 17 |
| 2023 | $364,500 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621489349100017
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 59-7244050
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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