Willard J and Mary G Breidenthal Foundation
Historical FunderLeawood, Kansas · EIN 48-6103376 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $37,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | WILLARD J MARY G BREIDENTHAL FD |
|---|---|
| Address | C/O UMB BANK, 4200 W 115TH ST SUITE 100, LEAWOOD KS 66211 |
| Phone | 9133899686 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUESTS INCLUDING DESCRIPTION OF CHARITABLE FUNCTION AND OTHER SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION. |
| Deadlines | NOVEMBER 1 OF EACH YEAR |
| Restrictions | NONE. HOWEVER, GRANTS ARE PREDOMINANTLY TO ORGANIZATIONS IN THE GREATER KANSAS CITY 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
50% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ku Williams Education Fund | Lawrence, KS | Education | $300,000 |
| Pokes for a Purpose | Tulsa, OK | Charitable | $175,000 |
| Williams Fund | Lawerance, KS | Education | $50,000 |
| Kansas Historical Society | Topeka, KS | Education | $37,500 |
| Kansas City Kansas Community College | Kansas City, KS | Education | $30,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | Kansas City, MO | Education | $25,000 |
| Oklahoma State Unversity Foundation | Stillwater, OK | Education | $25,000 |
| Bonner Animal Rescue | Bonner Springs, KS | Animal rescue | $1,000 |
| Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area | Lawrence, KS | Education | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Zoo | Kansas City, MO | Education | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts | Kansas City, MO | Education | $500 |
| Kansas City Public Television | Kansas City, MO | Arts | $500 |
| Kcur | Kansas City, MO | Arts | $500 |
| Wyandotte County Museum | Bonner Springs, KS | Education | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $647,500 | 14 |
| 2023 | $592,500 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 30, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513039349100216
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 48-6103376
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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