Past Grant Recipients
2023 – $10,000 Foster Light
2022 – $30,000 Hillcrest Transitional Housing
2022 – $18,000 Mothers Refuge
2021 – $30,000 Drumm Foundation
2021 – $20,000 Pro Deo
2020 – $30,000 Restoration House KC
2020 – $18,500 Veronica’s Voice
2020 – $18,500 Lion’s Beauty Queens
2019 – $30,000 Zero Reasons Why/ReDiscover
2019 – $19,000 Speak Up
2018 – $30,000 In the Name of Grace
2018 – $22,000 Peace Partnership
2017 – $30,000 Mother’s Refuge & $16,000 Rachel House
2016 – $30,000 Community Service League
2015 – $30,000 Pro Deo
2014 – $22,000 Midwest Foster Care & Adoption
2013 – $20,000 ReDiscover
2012 – $21,000 St. Mary’s Manor
2011 – $21,000 Drumm Farm
2010 – $25,000 Hillcrest Transitional Housing
who we are
A Philanthropic Group … we are comprised of Eastern Jackson County residents who seek to transform lives in our community through high-impact and lifelong giving.
what we do
An Elegantly Simple Concept … we combine annual donations from our members and give large grants to local worthy causes. By pooling our resources to create one large gift, we can make a greater impact.
Our 2024 Grant Focus: Child/Youth Mental Health
how we do it
Our Membership … is open to all women who desire to make a difference in the lives of others and to make our community a better place to live. Members are requested to vote annually and donate $302.50 per year.
how to join
The Eastland Community Foundation … we are a fund of the Eastland Community Foundation. Join online here.
To pay by check, make check out to Eastland Giving Circle and mail to: Eastland Giving Circle c/o Greater KC Community Foundation, 1055 Broadway Blvd, Suite 130, Kansas City, MO 64105.
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Kim Carlson, Carla Griffin, Trina Mackey, Laura Maxwell, Sarah McCambridge, Marcia McKinney, Beth O’Shaughnessy, Jane Stepp, Karla Williams
contact us
Contact us with your questions, ideas, or thoughts at eastlandgivingcircle@gmail.com.
