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THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY

THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY

Shawnee Mission, KS, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
48-0859910
Regional Funder
Logo for "THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY"

THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY

Shawnee Mission, KS, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
48-0859910
Regional Funder

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Est.

1977

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Parks and Recreation Foundation of Johnson County is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on supporting recreational initiatives within Johnson County. With a total of $151.4K in grants paid in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO ACQUIRE LAND BY PURCHASE, GIFT OR BEQUEST TO PROVIDE FUTURE PARKLANDS, TRAILS OR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES; TO FOSTER AND PROMOTE PUBLIC AWARENESS OF AND FUNDRAISE FOR PARKS, OPEN SPACE, TRAILS, AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES.
Total Funding Given

$151.4K

2024
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$598.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$45.7K
J
Joan Barkley Wells
Board Member
N
Nancy Wallerstein
Board Member
G
George Schlagel
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY?
No. THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY give?
THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY primarily gives to organizations located in Kansas. 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 PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $599 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY make each year?
In 2024, THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $151 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY fund recently?
In 2024, THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include JOHNSON COUNTY PARK & RECREATION and JOHNSON COUNTY MUSEUM FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY?
THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF JOHNSON COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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