The J W & Mildred a Kisling
The J W & Mildred A Kisling is a private foundation based in Chesterfield, Missouri. Its 2026 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, with most grant dollars going to organizations in Missouri.
The J W & Mildred a Kisling at a glance
In short: The J W & Mildred a Kisling gave $59K across 43 grants in 2026 (avg $1K), mostly in Missouri. 9% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $59,000
- -37.6% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 43
- +19.4% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $1,372
- -47.7% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $1,053,660
- +14.1% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 9% first-time grantees (4 of 43, 2026)
- Primary geography
- Missouri (83% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The J W & Mildred a Kisling
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1983 Chesterfield Ridge Circle, Chesterfield, MO 63017-7290
Phone: (314) 614-2041
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The J W & Mildred a Kisling funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Holy Spirit Radio Foundation ($6K). Together the top 10 received $27K.
Grant Size Distribution
196 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 195 grants of 196 (99%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Chesterfield, Missouri. In 2026, 83% of its grant dollars went to recipients in Missouri, 10% to Pennsylvania, and 2% each to Florida, Georgia, and Oregon.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 43 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The J W & Mildred a Kisling open to new grantees?
9%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 4 of 43 grantees (9%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $1K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $1K repeat.
- 77% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (+12%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 102% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2026). 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 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $48K (2024) to $95K (2025). In 2026 it made 43 grants totaling $59K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Spirit Radio Foundation Doylestown, PA | EXEMPT | $6,000 |
| Jesuits USA St. Louis, MO | EXEMPT | $4,000 |
| Our Little Haven St. Louis, MO | EXEMPT | $3,000 |
| American Diabetes Assn St. Louis, MO | EXEMPT | $2,000 |
| Birthright Counseling St. Louis, MO | EXEMPT | $2,000 |
| Circle of Concerns St. Louis, MO | EXEMPT | $2,000 |
| One Classroom- St Louis Catholic Archdiocese St. Louis, MO | EXEMPT | $2,000 |
| St Marthas Hall St. Louis, MO | EXEMPT | $2,000 |
| St Louis Crisis Nursery St. Louis, MO | EXEMPT | $2,000 |
| The Backstoppers St. Louis, MO | EXEMPT | $2,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,053,660 | $203,002 | $72,517 | $59,000 | 43 | $59,500 | $188,335 | $58,585 |
| 2025 | $923,175 | $138,284 | $106,149 | $94,500 | 36 | $95,500 | $100,035 | $55,648 |
| 2024 | $891,040 | $83,121 | $57,792 | $48,000 | 38 | $49,088 | $67,703 | $49,076 |
| 2023 | $865,711 | $7,675 | $62,281 | $52,500 | 40 | $53,575 | $9,645 | $44,795 |
| 2022 | $920,317 | $108,603 | $72,122 | $57,500 | 39 | $58,575 | $95,056 | $54,208 |
| 2021 | $883,836 | $146,983 | $78,890 | $63,500 | 41 | — | $133,643 | $51,081 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The J W & Mildred a Kisling reported a distributable amount of $59K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available filings do not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2026 grants include support for organizations whose own missions address child welfare, domestic violence services, emergency care for children and families, housing, education, health, and community development. For example, Our Little Haven describes its work as assessing, treating, and healing young victims of abuse and neglect and children with mental health issues. Saint Martha’s Hall says it serves women and children impacted by domestic violence by providing shelter and services.
Grantmaking
In 2026, the foundation reported 43 grants totaling $59,000. Grants ranged from $500 to $6,000, with a median of $1,000. Among its largest grants were $6,000 to Holy Spirit Radio Foundation, $4,000 to Jesuits USA, and $3,000 to Our Little Haven. Other recipients included St. Martha’s Hall and St. Louis Crisis Nursery, each receiving $2,000, and Beyond Housing, Habitat for Humanity – St. Louis, Boys Hope Girls Hope, Access Academies, and St. Patrick Center, each receiving $1,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Laura Scott, Kim Walsh, and Dawn Holmes as trustees.
The J W & Mildred a Kisling's 2026 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Laura Scott
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dawn Holmes
Trustee
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kim Walsh
Trustee
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Kristin Kisling (2021–2024) — Trustee
- Former: Mary A. Kisling (2021–2023) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 The J W & Mildred a Kisling
How much does The J W & Mildred a Kisling give each year?
The J W & Mildred a Kisling gave $59K across 43 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $95K across 36 grants.
What is The J W & Mildred a Kisling's typical grant size?
The J W & Mildred a Kisling's median grant in 2026 was $1,000, and its average grant was $1,372, across 43 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The J W & Mildred a Kisling that year got $2K on average.
Where does The J W & Mildred a Kisling give grants?
The J W & Mildred a Kisling gives mostly in Missouri: 83% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Pennsylvania (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were St. Louis, MO (29 grants).
Who are The J W & Mildred a Kisling's largest grantees?
The J W & Mildred a Kisling's largest 2026 grantees include Holy Spirit Radio Foundation ($6,000), Jesuits USA ($4,000) and Our Little Haven ($3,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 22% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is The J W & Mildred a Kisling?
The J W & Mildred a Kisling reported $1.1M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $60K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $59K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The J W & Mildred a Kisling fund?
The available filings do not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2026 grants include support for organizations whose own missions address child welfare, domestic violence services, emergency care for children and families, housing, education, health, and community development. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The J W & Mildred a Kisling?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds 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 The J W & Mildred a Kisling's EIN?
The J W & Mildred a Kisling's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 43-1313651. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does The J W & Mildred a Kisling accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 11, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 13, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS September 29, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 17, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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Grantable. (2026). The J W & Mildred a Kisling funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 21, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-j-w-and-mildred-a-kisling-morg_f790b289e4304f1fb1027d51caa52c37
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