KC Core
Connect the community to our Missouri river by supporting the streetcar extension to the riverfront, the bike-ped infrastructure currently under construction to connect the river market to berkley riverfront, and a bouldering / rock climbing amenity within berkley park.
KC Core at a glance
In short: KC Core gave $6.2M across 2 grants in 2025 (avg $3.1M), mostly in Missouri. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $6,214,210
- Grants made (2025)
- 2
- Average grant
- $3,107,105
- Median grant
- $3,107,105
- Total assets
- $89,373
- +3913.2% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Missouri (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who KC Core funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Port Authorty of Kansas City Missouri ($3.2M). Together the top 2 received $6.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $1–5M range: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 2 grants totaling $6.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Port Authorty of Kansas City Missouri Kansas City, MO | Berkley streetcar extension and addition of a rock bouldering amenity into the park | $3,214,210 |
| City of Kansas City Treasurer Kansas City, MO | Grand Avenue Bike-Pedestrian Bridge Construction Project | $3,000,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $89,373 | $6,398,459 | $6,311,552 | $6,214,210 | 2 | $111,894 |
| 2024 | $2,227 | $177,227 | $175,000 | — | — | — |
About KC Core
Based on IRS filings
KC Core is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Kansas City, MO. IRS filing data is available from 2024 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $89K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 2 grants totaling $6.2M. Net investment income was $112K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
KC Core is led by Deborah Hermann, President since 2025 (on filings since 2024); none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Deborah Hermann
President
Director → President, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jon Stephens
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brian Rabineua
Secretary
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Brian Rabineau (2024) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "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 KC Core
How much does KC Core give each year?
KC Core gave $6.2M across 2 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is KC Core?
KC Core reported $89K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $6.4M.
What is KC Core?
KC Core is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Kansas City, MO. It holds $89K in total assets as of 2025.
Where does KC Core operate?
KC Core has awarded grants in Missouri.
What is KC Core's EIN?
KC Core's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-2720497. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-EZ for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS December 24, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS March 5, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2024–2025
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