Does Emporia State University Foundation accept grant applications?

Emporia State University Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.

What does Emporia State University Foundation fund?

Emporia State University Foundation's grants focus on higher education. Recent recipients include Emporia State University, Emporia State University, Emporia State University. Its full grant history is listed above.

How much does Emporia State University Foundation give in grants?

Emporia State University Foundation reported $8.0M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $21.2M over 12 grants.

Where is Emporia State University Foundation located?

Emporia State University Foundation is based in Emporia, Kansas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 486088461.

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Emporia State University Foundation

Emporia, Kansas · EIN 486088461 · Private foundation

Emporia State University Foundation is a private foundation based in Emporia, Kansas. Its most recent IRS Form 990-PF reports $8.0M in grants paid and $111.3M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 12 individual grants from this funder — $21.2M awarded across 2017–2023 — including its support for higher education. Below is its full funding profile.

$8.0M

Annual giving (FY2020)

$111.3M

Total assets

Grants tracked

2023

Most recent grant

What Emporia State University Foundation funds

Emporia State University Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on higher education.

Higher Education

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Emporia State University Foundation, by amount:

Recipient	Location	Grant	Year
Emporia State University UNIVERSITY OPERATIONS	Emporia, KS	$4.6M	2020
Emporia State University UNIVERSITY OPERATIONS	Emporia, KS	$4.5M	2019
Emporia State University UNIVERSITY OPERATIONS	Emporia, KS	$3.4M	2022
Emporia State University UNIVERSITY OPERATIONS	Emporia, KS	$3.2M	2017
Emporia State University UNIVERSITY OPERATION	Emporia, KS	$2.7M	2023
Emporia State University UNIVERSITY OPERATIONS	Emporia, KS	$2.4M	2018
Alumni Association of Emporia State Univers OPERATIONAL SUPPORT	Emporia, KS	$79K	2019
Alumni Association of Emporia State Univers OPERATIONAL SUPPORT	Emporia, KS	$74K	2018
Alumni Association of Emporia State Univers OPERATIONAL SUPPORT	Emporia, KS	$72K	2017
Alumni Association of Emporia State Univers OPERATIONAL SUPPORT	Emporia, KS	$69K	2020
Alumni Association of Emporia State University OPERATIONAL SUPPORT	Emporia, KS	$52K	2023
Alumni Association of Emporia State Univers OPERATIONAL SUPPORT	Emporia, KS	$30K	2022

Emporia State University Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2017$3.3M

2018$2.5M

2019$4.6M

2020$4.7M

2022$3.4M

2023$2.7M

How to apply for funding from Emporia State University Foundation

Emporia State University Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal. You can review the foundation directly at emporia.edu/foundation-giving.

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Frequently asked questions about Emporia State University Foundation

Does Emporia State University Foundation accept grant applications?: Emporia State University Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Emporia State University Foundation fund?: Emporia State University Foundation's grants focus on higher education. Recent recipients include Emporia State University, Emporia State University, Emporia State University. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Emporia State University Foundation give in grants?: Emporia State University Foundation reported $8.0M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $21.2M over 12 grants.
Where is Emporia State University Foundation located?: Emporia State University Foundation is based in Emporia, Kansas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 486088461.
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About this profile. This page is built from Emporia State University Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Emporia State University Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.