Case Commons Inc
Case Commons Inc was a private foundation based in Lawrence, Kansas. Its 2024 filing is marked as a final return and states that the organization dissolved on December 11, 2024; it appears to have wound down and is no longer an active grantmaker.
Case Commons Inc at a glance
In short: Case Commons Inc gave $135K across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $12K), top state Maine. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $135,375
- +858.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- -21.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $12,307
- +1119.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Primary geography
- Maine (22% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Case Commons Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The 2024 filing states that the foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. The organization dissolved on December 11, 2024, and the filing states that all commitments were carried out and finalized; this is not a current application process.
- Contact
Mailing address: 314 Dean Court, Lawrence, KS 66049
Phone: (785) 218-6343
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Case Commons Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation ($20K). Together the top 10 received $130K.
Grant Size Distribution
39 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 39 grants of 39 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in multiple states. The largest reported shares went to Maine (22%), the District of Columbia (18%), Kansas (18%), Wyoming (15%), and California (11%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Case Commons Inc gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $5K (2020) to $403K (2019). In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $135K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation Powell, WY | General Operating Support - Board Member Directed | $20,375 |
| Ku Endowment Lawrence, KS | General Operating Support - Board Member Directed | $20,000 |
| Give Well Oakland, CA | General Operating Support - Board Member Directed | $15,000 |
| Martha's Table Washington, DC | General Operating Support - Board Member Directed | $15,000 |
| Apia Vote Washington, DC | General Operating Support - Board Member Directed | $10,000 |
| Maine Equal Justice Augusta, ME | General Operating Support - Board Member Directed | $10,000 |
| Avesta Housing Portland, ME | General Operating Support - Board Member Directed | $10,000 |
| Preble Street Portland, ME | General Operating Support - Board Member Directed | $10,000 |
| Marc Inc Madison, WI | General Operating Support - Board Member Directed | $10,000 |
| The Carter Center Inc Atlanta, GA | General Operating Support - Board Member Directed | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The 2024 filing states that no assets were distributed as part of the distribution plan because the organization had spent down its remaining assets in carrying out its charitable activity.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | $6,856 | $535,788 | $135,375 | 11 | $533,147 | $4,215 |
| 2023 | $539,232 | $-3,916,707 | $146,121 | $14,125 | 14 | $146,121 | $2,093 |
| 2022 | $4,641,219 | $665 | $158,018 | $15,000 | 12 | $134,322 | $665 |
| 2021 | $6,148,091 | $1,952,183 | $2,011,888 | $5,000 | 1 | $2,364,374 | $2,012 |
| 2020 | $7,686,439 | $5,038,177 | $5,076,154 | $5,000 | 1 | — | $11,353 |
| 2019 | $8,056,815 | $6,673,952 | $6,300,774 | $403,246 | 3 | — | $34,361 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The filing describes Case Commons Inc’s direct activity as technical assistance to public and private agencies in child welfare, mental health, and education, along with sharing best-practice tools in the areas listed above.
Its 2024 grants included organizations with a range of missions. Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation says it memorializes and educates the public about the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II at Heart Mountain. Martha’s Table says it works to strengthen children, families, and communities through access to education, healthy food, and family supports. Preble Street says it provides services and advocates for solutions related to homelessness, housing, hunger, and poverty. KVC says it provides medical and behavioral healthcare, social services, and education for children and families. The Carter Center says it seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.
Grantmaking
In 2024, Case Commons Inc reported 11 grants totaling $135,375. Grant amounts ranged from $5,000 to $20,375, with a median of $10,000. The filing describes each grant’s purpose as general operating support, board member directed.
The largest grants included $20,375 to Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation and $20,000 to KU Endowment. Other grants included $15,000 each to Give Well and Martha’s Table; $10,000 each to APIA Vote, Maine Equal Justice, Avesta Housing, Preble Street, Marc Inc, and The Carter Center; and $5,000 to KVC Health Systems.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Teresa Markowitz as president/CEO; John Kim as chairman; Douglas Nelson as treasurer/board member; Tony Cipollone as secretary; and Justin Milner as board member.
Case Commons Inc is led by Teresa Markowitz, President & CEO on every filing since 2019; 1 of 5 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Teresa Markowitz
President & CEO
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$235K (2024)
John Kim
Chairman
Chair to → Chair From, 2021
Chair From → Chairman, 2022
On filings since 2019
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Douglas Nelson
Treasurer & Board Member
On filings since 2019
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Justin Milner
Board Member
On filings since 2019
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tony Cipollone
Secretary
On filings since 2019
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Patrick McCarthy (2019–2021) — Chair to
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $235K, to Teresa Markowitz (President/CEO).
Frequently asked questions about Case Commons Inc
How much does Case Commons Inc give each year?
Case Commons Inc gave $135K across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $14K across 14 grants.
What is Case Commons Inc's typical grant size?
Case Commons Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $12,307, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Case Commons Inc give grants?
Case Commons Inc's top state is Maine, with 22% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were District of Columbia (18%) and Kansas (18%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (2 grants) and Portland, ME (2 grants).
Does Case Commons Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Case Commons Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (11 of 11) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Case Commons Inc's largest grantees?
Case Commons Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation ($20,375), Ku Endowment ($20,000) and Give Well ($15,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
What does Case Commons Inc fund?
The filing describes Case Commons Inc’s direct activity as technical assistance to public and private agencies in child welfare, mental health, and education, along with sharing best-practice tools in the areas listed above. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Case Commons Inc?
The 2024 filing states that the foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Case Commons Inc's EIN?
Case Commons Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-2832137. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Does Case Commons Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS August 23, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 23, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Case Commons Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 15, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/case-commons-inc-morg_8ee9be7996fd40289b0c220943acac37
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