Foundations that fund performing arts organizations in Missouri

Theater League Inc — 49 grants to 16 organizations, median $25,000, largest $124,200. That is 67% of its Missouri giving. Last grant here 2024. Public charity — application process varies.

The Shubert Foundation Inc — 29 grants to 11 organizations, median $60,000, largest $350,000. That is 83% of its Missouri giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts unsolicited applications.

Regional Cultural and Performing Arts Development Commission — 133 grants to 49 organizations, median $15,000, largest $248,114. That is 27% of its Missouri giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Muriel McBrien Kauffman Family Foundation — 84 grants to 18 organizations, median $50,000, largest $750,000. That is 31% of its Missouri giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts applications; deadlines on its website.

Richard J Stern Foundation for the Arts Commerce Bank Trustee — 45 grants to 20 organizations, median $18,000, largest $200,000. That is 32% of its Missouri giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts applications; deadlines on its website.

Metropolitan Arts Council of Greater Kansas City — 25 grants to 19 organizations, median $5,822, largest $10,382. That is 38% of its Missouri giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

The Greater St Louis Arts and Education Council — 15 grants to 11 organizations, median $20,000, largest $90,000. That is 31% of its Missouri giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Stanley J Bushman Supporting Foundation — 5 grants to 4 organizations, median $10,000, largest $15,000. That is 56% of its Missouri giving. Last grant here 2019; still granting as of 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

The Francis Family Foundation — 29 grants to 17 organizations, median $10,000, largest $70,000. That is 13% of its Missouri giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts unsolicited applications.

Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City — 22 grants to 14 organizations, median $14,893, largest $1,266,255. That is 14% of its Missouri giving. Last grant here 2020. Public charity — application process varies.