V & H Charitable Foundation

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Private Foundation
OVERLAND PARK, KansasMediumEIN: 436378149
Education NonprofitsHuman ServicesArts and Culture NonprofitsCommunity Service ClubsHistorical Preservation Societies

The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of causes, including education, humanitarian efforts, arts and culture, and community service. Its mission reflects a commitment to enhancing educational opportunities through scholarships and community college programs, while also funding initiatives that promote local arts and cultural events. The foundation serves diverse populations by providing grants to organizations focused on humanitarian aid, historical preservation, and community engagement. It primarily supports initiatives within the broader region, emphasizing a strong connection to local communities.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026

Ideal Applicant

Mid‑sized arts, education, or community organizations in the Kansas City metro region seeking support for capital campaigns, annual events, programming, or scholarships.

Good Fit

  • Request is for a capital campaign or major one-time project.
  • Organization operates in the Kansas City area (MO/KS) or has close regional ties.
  • Proposal aligns with arts, education, community events, or scholarship purposes.
  • Existing relationship or introduction via a known grantee or board member.

Geography

Moderate

Giving in the observed year was confined to two states with roughly 91% of dollars going to Missouri recipients, indicating a regional (Kansas City metro) focus rather than national reach.

Recipient Variety

Moderate

The latest year shows 23 distinct recipients (a fairly broad set by count) but financial concentration is extreme: one grantee received the vast majority of dollars while many others received much smaller grants.

New Applicants

Restrictive

Direct evidence of turnover across years is unavailable, and the foundation explicitly notes it supports only preselected applicants; combined with no public website or contact route, this makes it unlikely that an unfamiliar applicant could reasonably enter the portfolio.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026