Perception Funding Inc
Perception Funding Inc is a public charity based in Kansas City, Missouri. It supports Christian ministries and organizations through grants and through nonprofit consulting, fundraising tools, and coaching intended to help them grow and sustain their work.
Perception Funding Inc at a glance
In short: Perception Funding Inc gave $2.0M across 38 grants in 2023 (avg $52K), mostly in Kansas. 26% of 2023 grantees were new. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $1,991,346
- +49.4% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 38
- +22.6% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $52,404
- +21.9% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $27,396
- Total assets
- $600,330
- -11.4% vs 2022
- New grantees (estimate)
- 26% first-time grantees (10 of 38, 2023)
- Primary geography
- Kansas (50% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2023; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Perception Funding Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 480213, Kansas City, MO 64148
Phone: (913) 259-4483
Website: https://perceptionfunding.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Perception Funding Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was KC Underground ($405K). Together the top 10 received $1.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
131 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 99 grants of 131 (76%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2023, grant dollars were reported as going to recipients in Kansas (50%), Missouri (29%), Indiana (16%), Washington (2%), and Ohio (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 38 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Perception Funding Inc open to new grantees?
26%
first-time grantees, 2023
In 2023, 10 of 38 grantees (26%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $62K; repeat grants $49K. How we count
Medians: $17K first-time, $29K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2023). 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 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $990K (2020) to $2.0M (2023). In 2023 it made 38 grants totaling $2.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| KC Underground Shawnee, KS | For operating costs and general support | $404,647 |
| Servant Leaders Fishers, IN | For operating costs and general support | $312,801 |
| My Father's Rep & Hell Cons Grandview, MO | For operating costs and general support | $100,940 |
| Beggars Table Kansas City, MO | — | $97,205 |
| Shalom Retreat Center Mound City, KS | For operating costs and general support | $97,053 |
| The Sending Project Olathe, KS | — | $95,394 |
| The Way Church KC Overland Park, KS | For operating costs and general support | $81,948 |
| HeartNHand Belton, MO | For operating costs and general support | $66,166 |
| Nueva Vida New Life With Education Mission, KS | For operating costs and general support | $62,436 |
| Hope City Kansas City, MO | For operating costs and general support | $48,478 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $600,330 | $3,795,285 | $3,872,225 | $1,991,346 | 38 | $14,257 |
| 2022 | $677,270 | $3,016,730 | $3,085,813 | $1,332,466 | 31 | $-13,116 |
| 2021 | $746,520 | $3,023,889 | $2,783,782 | $1,298,223 | 31 | $19,149 |
| 2020 | $481,513 | $2,201,320 | $2,166,636 | $990,071 | 31 | $4,284 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Perception Funding’s stated mission is to serve its ministry partners in order to grow the Kingdom of God by teaching them to engage donors effectively and assisting with their fundraising. It says it serves Christian organizations, including missionaries, churches, nonprofit outreaches, and similar organizations, and aims to help partners become more self-sustainable.
Its 2023 filing describes projects including GiveDignity, which works on holistic development in marginalized communities in Costa Rica; Living Missions Peru, which coordinates short-term mission projects and partners with churches, schools, and clinics; and VIANOVA, which focuses on sharing the Gospel and planting churches in Belgium and elsewhere.
Grantees’ stated missions illustrate the range of work among recipients. The Sending Project says it works to unite Christian churches to address global poverty, both physical and spiritual. Refuge KC says it welcomes new-American neighbors through Gospel-focused ministries of mercy. Carry the Cross Ministries describes work providing housing and support to homeless families and youth aging out of foster care in Kansas City.
Grantmaking
In 2023, Perception Funding reported 38 grants totaling $1,991,346. Awards ranged from $5,677 to $404,647, with a median grant of $27,396. The largest awards included $404,647 to KC Underground, $312,801 to Servant Leaders, and $100,940 to My Father's Rep & Hell Cons. Other notable grants included $97,205 to Beggars Table, $97,053 to Shalom Retreat Center, and $95,394 to The Sending Project. The listed purposes for several of the largest grants were operating costs and general support.
The organization says it maintains ongoing relationships with grant recipients to assess eligibility and monitor fund use, including by helping recipients develop strategic plans and providing accountability.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Jonathan Klee as President/Executive Director, Cory Young as a board member, Jason Schoff as Secretary, and Rustin Smith as a board member. The organization’s website identifies Jonathan as its founder and operations director.
Perception Funding Inc is led by Jonathan Klee, President & Executive Director on every filing since 2020; 1 of 4 officers listed in 2023 is compensated.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Jonathan Klee
President & Executive Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$59K (2020) → $75K (2023)
Cory Young
Board Member
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jason Schoff
Secretary
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rustin Smith
Board Member
New on the 2023 filing
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Dave Partin (2020–2022) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2023 filing was $75K, to Jonathan Klee (President/Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Perception Funding Inc
How much does Perception Funding Inc give each year?
Perception Funding Inc gave $2.0M across 38 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990. In 2022 it gave $1.3M across 31 grants.
What is Perception Funding Inc's typical grant size?
Perception Funding Inc's median grant in 2023 was $27,396, and its average grant was $52,404, across 38 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Perception Funding Inc that year got $62K on average.
Where does Perception Funding Inc give grants?
Perception Funding Inc gives mostly in Kansas: 50% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were Missouri (29%) and Indiana (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were Kansas City, MO (5 grants), Overland Park, KS (5 grants), Grandview, MO (4 grants) and Belton, MO (3 grants).
Does Perception Funding Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Perception Funding Inc's 2023 grants with a stated purpose (23 of 23) were for general or operating support, per its 2023 IRS Form 990.
Who are Perception Funding Inc's largest grantees?
Perception Funding Inc's largest 2023 grantees include KC Underground ($404,647), Servant Leaders ($312,801) and My Father's Rep & Hell Cons ($100,940), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
How large is Perception Funding Inc?
Perception Funding Inc reported $600K in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $3.8M.
What does Perception Funding Inc fund?
Perception Funding’s stated mission is to serve its ministry partners in order to grow the Kingdom of God by teaching them to engage donors effectively and assisting with their fundraising. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Perception Funding Inc?
Perception Funding Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check perceptionfunding.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Perception Funding Inc's EIN?
Perception Funding Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-2945263. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS March 30, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 10, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 23, 2024)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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