Kansas City Children's Assistance Network
Kc can! Is dedicated to making grants and undertaking projects that improve the quality of life of Kansas city's children, with an emphasis on projects related to meeting basic needs, education, and wellness.
Kansas City Children's Assistance Network at a glance
In short: Kansas City Children's Assistance Network gave $82K across 6 grants in 2024 (avg $14K), mostly in Missouri. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $81,980
- -48.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 6
- -25.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $13,663
- -31.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $13,750
- Total assets
- $201,337
- +58.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Missouri (85% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Kansas City Children's Assistance Network funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was KC Autism Training Center ($19K). Together the top 6 received $82K.
Grant Size Distribution
26 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 23 grants of 26 (88%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
Cities
How Kansas City Children's Assistance Network gives
- Giving fell 30% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $82K (2024) to $176K (2022). In 2024 it made 6 grants totaling $82K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| KC Autism Training Center Kansas City, MO | Playground Equipment | $18,980 |
| Wonderscope Kansas City, MO | Everbright Exhibit | $18,000 |
| Kids Hair & Skill Development Program Lees Summit, MO | Salon & Training Equipment | $15,000 |
| Police Athletic League of KCKS Kansas City, KS | Supplies for Garden & Healthy Cooking Program | $12,500 |
| Sleepyhead Beds Kansas City, MO | Tuck in KC Initiative | $10,000 |
| Birthday Connections Kansas City, MO | 71 Birthday Parties for Traumatized Kids | $7,500 |
Ready to take the next step with Kansas City Children's Assistance Network?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $201,337 | $190,485 | $116,423 | $81,980 | 6 |
| 2023 | $127,275 | $150,768 | $178,401 | $160,500 | 8 |
| 2022 | $154,908 | $200,112 | $197,546 | $175,814 | 7 |
| 2021 | $152,342 | $202,346 | $128,929 | $117,800 | 5 |
| 2020 | $78,925 | $77,780 | $77,794 | — | — |
About Kansas City Children's Assistance Network
Based on IRS filings
Kansas City Children's Assistance Network is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Overland Park, KS. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $201K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 6 grants totaling $82K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Kansas City Children's Assistance Network is led by Chris Culbertson, Chair on every filing since 2021; none of the 37 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Chris Culbertson
Chair
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Aaron Fulk
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Adam Castle
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Anne Erickson
Board Member
Board Member - Auction Committee → Auction Committee, 2021
Auction Committee → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brian Hardy
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brian Switzer
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Casey Wright
Board Member
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Grant Gooding
Board Member
Board Member - Grants Committee → Grants Committee, 2021
Grants Committee → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ben Hake
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Karlo Meave
Board Member
Grants Committee → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kevin Mallott
Secretary
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Logan Forbis
Board Member
Grants Committee → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Hoag Sherman
Board Member
Auction Committee → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Peter Mallouk
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Scott Havens
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Scott Swaggart
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Larson
Board Member
Auction Committee → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Veronica Mallouk
Board Member
Grants Committee → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Zach Donnelly
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chase Coffin
Board Member
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Harry Campbell
Board Member
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Janelle Aubrecht
Board Member
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nick Giuliani
Board Member
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chrissy Smith
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joe Oaks
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jordan Canupp
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kali McGee
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Katie Lord
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mark Nuss
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Mallouk
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mike Fisher
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Neil Robertson
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Hoffman
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ryan Banes
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ryan Martin
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sam Jones
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Scott Carroll
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (16)
- Former: Ben Anderson (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Benjamin Sight (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Doug Bates (2020–2023) — Grants Committee
- Former: Doug Bordegon (2020–2023) — Auction Committee
- Former: Emerson Hodes (2020–2023) — Grants Committee
- Former: Jake Durham (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Jessica Osborn (2021–2023) — Grants Committee
- Former: Kellie Mingori (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Nicholas Saleh (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Trevor Keegan (2021–2023) — Auction Committee
- Former: Justin Mathews (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Lydia D. (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Mark Basola (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Jason Eubanks (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Lauren Roberts (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Piper Bordegon (2021) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Kansas City Children's Assistance Network
How much does Kansas City Children's Assistance Network give each year?
Kansas City Children's Assistance Network gave $82K across 6 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $161K across 8 grants.
What is Kansas City Children's Assistance Network's typical grant size?
Kansas City Children's Assistance Network's median grant in 2024 was $13,750, and its average grant was $13,663, across 6 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Kansas City Children's Assistance Network give grants?
Kansas City Children's Assistance Network gives mostly in Missouri: 85% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Kansas (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Kansas City, MO (4 grants).
Does Kansas City Children's Assistance Network give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 6 grants with a stated purpose on Kansas City Children's Assistance Network's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are Kansas City Children's Assistance Network's largest grantees?
Kansas City Children's Assistance Network's largest 2024 grantees include KC Autism Training Center ($18,980), Wonderscope ($18,000) and Kids Hair & Skill Development Program ($15,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 63% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Kansas City Children's Assistance Network?
Kansas City Children's Assistance Network reported $201K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $190K.
What is Kansas City Children's Assistance Network?
Kansas City Children's Assistance Network is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Overland Park, KS. It holds $201K in total assets as of 2024.
What is Kansas City Children's Assistance Network's EIN?
Kansas City Children's Assistance Network's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 33-1012812. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS April 22, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 11, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work Kansas City Children's Assistance Network funds
Human Services Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Kansas City Children's Assistance Network's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders that support many of the same organizations
Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Kansas City, MO
The foundation funds college access and completion, workforce and career development, entrepreneurship, and related efforts to improve economic mobility, with a primary focus on Kansas City and support for regional and national work. Its 2024 grants had a median of $75,000; it accepts requests through its online portal and says it does not limit giving to preselected organizations.
Assets
$2.5B
Grants
364
Total Given
$95.0M
Health Forward Foundation
Kansas City, MO
Health Forward Foundation funds health equity and community-led work in health care, housing, digital access, civic engagement, and racial and economic inclusion in the Kansas City region. Its 2024 grants ranged from $10,000 to $800,000, with a median of $100,000; it offers open application opportunities, while some funding is invitation-based, and welcomes conversations about aligned ideas for possible responsive funding.
Assets
$944.7M
Grants
169
Total Given
$26.4M
The Sunderland Foundation
Overland Park, KS
The Sunderland Foundation supports organizations serving Greater Kansas City, focusing on affordable housing, economic stability, health and behavioral health, youth development, and select legacy institutions. Its 2024 grants ranged from $2,750 to $25 million, with a median of $375,000; it is invitation-only and is not currently accepting applications or proposals.
Assets
$927.0M
Grants
25
Total Given
$102.1M
William T Kemper Foundation Commerce Bank Trustee
Kansas City, MO
The William T. Kemper Foundation supports education, health and human services, civic improvements, and the arts, with most 2024 grant dollars going to Missouri and Kansas. Its 2024 grants ranged from $500 to $1.5 million, with a median of about $38,000. Its 2023 filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations; it does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$288.5M
Grants
142
Total Given
$15.5M
Oppenstein Brothers Foundation
Kansas City, MO
The Oppenstein Brothers Foundation supports religious, charitable, scientific, and educational work, with recent grants covering food access, health care, youth services, housing, and mental health. Its 2026 grants ranged from $3,000 to $100,000, with a median of $15,000, and went to organizations in Missouri and Kansas, mainly around Kansas City. The profile says to contact the program officer; it does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.
Assets
$35.1M
Grants
125
Total Given
$1.9M
Commerce Bancshares Foundation
Kansas City, MO
The foundation supports a broad range of charitable organizations and community projects, with 2024 grants typically small (median $1,500) but ranging from $200 to $60,500. Most funding went to Missouri, followed by Kansas and Illinois, with smaller amounts elsewhere; it says applicants should contact the program director and provide proof of 501(c)(3) status, and does not restrict giving to preselected organizations.
Assets
$35.0M
Grants
645
Total Given
$2.0M
More similar funders
More Funders in Kansas
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from Kansas City Children's Assistance Network's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Kansas City Children's Assistance Network down — hundreds of funders to go?