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The Kansas University Endowment Association

The Kansas University Endowment Association

Lawrence, KS, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
48-0547734
Regional Funder
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The Kansas University Endowment Association

Lawrence, KS, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
48-0547734
Regional Funder

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Est.

1891

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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The Kansas University Endowment Association is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily funds projects in Kansas and Missouri, having paid out a total of $274 million in grants. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

University support
Total Funding Given

$274M

2024
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

4

Median 1st year grant
$1M
Median 2nd year grant
$1.1M
J
James G Clarke
Executive
D
Daniel J Martin
Board Member
D
D Jerome Davies
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Kansas University Endowment Association?
No. The Kansas University Endowment Association does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Kansas University Endowment Association give?
The Kansas University Endowment Association primarily gives to organizations located in Kansas and Missouri. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are The Kansas University Endowment Association’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Kansas University Endowment Association fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $1 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Kansas University Endowment Association make each year?
In 2024, The Kansas University Endowment Association awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $274 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Kansas University Endowment Association fund recently?
In 2024, The Kansas University Endowment Association awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include The Kansas University Alumni Association dba KU Alumni Association and Ad Astra Education Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Kansas University Endowment Association?
The Kansas University Endowment Association does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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