Kansas Health Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Kansas Health Foundation operates based on the following three-part purpose statement: 1. Empower Kansas to lead the nation in health. 2. Eliminate the inequities that lead to the greatest health disparities. 3. To become THE model for philanthropic impact.
- Income
- $7.7 million
- Spending
- $24.6 million
- Spent on programs
- 76%
- Reserves
- Over 10 years of spending
- Largest source of income
- investment income, 94%
- Employees
- 23
- Volunteers
- 1
- Highest pay
- $435,738, president & ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 64% of charities in its peer group (health care, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover more than ten years of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 5% of what it owns.
Living within its means
0 of 15Spending exceeded income by 220% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 8% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1576% of spending went to programs.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 67% of charities in its peer group (health care, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 259 of 9 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (5)
- $4.9 million spent. Every organization experiences a moment that marks a significant turning point or launch point. For the Kansas Health Foundation (KHF), 2023 was such a year. If 2023 was a year of planning, 2024 has been the year those plans came to life-marking the next stage in KHF's journey to improve the health of all Kansans. In 2023, the KHF Board of Directors approved a new strategic framework to guide all our work and center our efforts on the investments and activities that can have the greatest impact on health in our state. This framework established a new three-part purpose statement: Empower Kansas to lead the nation in health Eliminate the inequities that lead to the greatest health disparities Become the model for philanthropic impact While 2023 was a year of vision and planning, 2024 became a year of action and implementation. Building on the extensive groundwork laid the year before, KHF made measurable progress in putting the strategic framework into practice. We strengthened partnerships with Kansas communities experiencing the greatest health disparities and began co-developing initiatives shaped by local priorities. We also identified and mobilized our network around several major health challenges where collective action can drive meaningful, statewide change. KHF advanced its policy and advocacy framework, supporting efforts across multiple levels to influence the systems that shape health outcomes. Beyond traditional grantmaking, we began deploying new forms of capital-through impact investments-to expand our economic reach and catalyze broader change. Significant steps were also taken to reimagine our physical campus, transforming it into both a convening space and a visible expression of Kansas' collective commitment to health. Finally, KHF implemented a refreshed approach to partnership-one grounded in mutual accountability, learning, and shared vision. Building Power The Building Power strategy advances three objectives: Strengthen KHF's commitment to racial equity. Support powerful organizations working to advance racial equity. Build long-term, trust-based partnerships. Through the Building Power and Equity Partnership (BPEP), KHF has committed to providing each of 30 grassroots partners $1 million in support over a ten-year period. Expenditure Highlights $2,950,000 in core support grants to 30 grassroots partners. $1,283,039 in grants through the Impact and Opportunity & Innovation funds to support new and existing initiatives statewide. $702,077 for program-related activities and internal operations. Strengthening BPEP Partners Organizational growth through stronger HR systems, expanded staff, and improved management capacity. Increased visibility and engagement with government officials, leading to new funding opportunities. Technical assistance support to enhance board governance, fundraising, and financial management. Participation in networking opportunities including quarterly cohort sessions, peer discussions, and coaching for organizational development. (Expenses $ 6,578,178 including grants of $ 6,000,000)(Revenue $ 0) Institution Building The Foundation has a long history of creating organizations focused on improving the health of Kansans. This strategy continues that tradition by supporting existing and emerging organizations aligned with KHF's mission. Expenditure Highlights A multi-year core support grant of $6,000,000 was awarded to an organization that trains and promotes leadership skills to effect change and make Kansas a healthier state. $578,178 was expended for the Foundation's program-related activities and internal operations. Significant Achievements Deepened relationships with major institutional partners. Strengthened strategic engagement through structured sessions, including strategy huddles and a monthly Touchpoints series. Conducted tailored briefings and reflective sessions with partners to align shared values and goals. Co-developed objectives and strategic framing documents to guide future collaboration. Overall, 2024 marked a year of intentional relationship-building, strategic alignment, and organizational development. (Expenses $ 473,153 including grants of $ 0)(Revenue $ 0) Other Program Services
- $4.7 million spent. Network Mobilization Network Mobilization is a core strategy designed to connect and activate organizations, leaders, and communities around shared goals that advance health equity across Kansas. Rather than supporting isolated efforts, KHF invests in networks that build collective capacity, coordinate strategies, and amplify impact. This work currently centers on three issue areas that address key social determinants of health: 2024: Food Insecurity 2025: Upward Mobility Expenditure Highlights $3,976,497 in grants to support Kansas' economic and social determinant initiatives and cross-state collaborations. $757,485 for program-related activities and internal operations. Launch of Hunger Free Kansas, a statewide coordinating entity to address food insecurity. Funding for the Food Secure Communities initiative in eight Kansas counties. Co-creation of the Blueprint to End Hunger with over 100 stakeholders statewide. $2 million investment in innovation and local action, supporting 100 small-scale community projects and four regional collaborations. Supported creation of a statewide landscape analysis, data walk, and crowdsourced report on hunger and food insecurity.
- $2.0 million spent. Policy & Systems Mobilization This strategy aims to: Simplify policy investments for greater impact. Strengthen KHF's commitment to eliminating inequities. Achieve meaningful policy outcomes that improve the health of Kansans. KHF funds multiple organizations focused on policy and systems change, fostering collaboration to amplify their collective influence. Expenditure Highlights $1,275,000 in core support grants to policy partners. $225,000 to non-core partners supporting policy initiatives statewide. $534,721 for program-related activities and internal operations. Significant Achievements Launch of Leadership in Public Service Programming in partnership with the Kansas Leadership Center-equipping newly elected officials and aspiring leaders with the skills and tools needed for public service. First Summer School for Policy Partners, a convening designed to promote collaboration, shared learning, and growth across the policy network. (Expenses $ 6,578,178 including grants of $ 6,000,000)(Revenue $ 0) Institution Building The Foundation has a long history of creating organizations focused on improving the health of Kansans. This strategy continues that tradition by supporting existing and emerging organizations aligned with KHF's mission. Expenditure Highlights A multi-year core support grant of $6,000,000 was awarded to an organization that trains and promotes leadership skills to effect change and make Kansas a healthier state. $578,178 was expended for the Foundation's program-related activities and internal operations. Significant Achievements Deepened relationships with major institutional partners. Strengthened strategic engagement through structured sessions, including strategy huddles and a monthly Touchpoints series. Conducted tailored briefings and reflective sessions with partners to align shared values and goals. Co-developed objectives and strategic framing documents to guide future collaboration. Overall, 2024 marked a year of intentional relationship-building, strategic alignment, and organizational development. (Expenses $ 473,153 including grants of $ 0)(Revenue $ 0) Other Program Services
- $6.6 million spent. Institution Building The Foundation has a long history of creating organizations focused on improving the health of Kansans. This strategy continues that tradition by supporting existing and emerging organizations aligned with KHF's mission. Expenditure Highlights A multi-year core support grant of $6,000,000 was awarded to an organization that trains and promotes leadership skills to effect change and make Kansas a healthier state. $578,178 was expended for the Foundation's program-related activities and internal operations. Significant Achievements Deepened relationships with major institutional partners. Strengthened strategic engagement through structured sessions, including strategy huddles and a monthly Touchpoints series. Conducted tailored briefings and reflective sessions with partners to align shared values and goals. Co-developed objectives and strategic framing documents to guide future collaboration. Overall, 2024 marked a year of intentional relationship-building, strategic alignment, and organizational development.
- $473,153 spent. Other Program Services
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since January 2015.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.
Could it be confused with another charity? Worth knowing.
A much larger organization has a similar name: Foundation Health LLC (Fairbanks, AK), EIN 81-3021580. If that is the one you meant, check the EIN before giving.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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