THRIVING ORGANIZATIONS CREATE A VIBRANT FUTURE

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Community foundations strive to enhance the lives of people. By amplifying our nonprofit sector, we’re helping advance essential services that make a positive impact for every Wichitan.

Tax credit opportunities

As part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening Wichita's nonprofit community, the Wichita Foundation is highlighting local organizations that offer tax credits. These tax credits allow donors to maximize the impact of their giving, helping local nonprofits fund vital projects while receiving a significant tax benefit in return. Explore the opportunities below:

The Wichita Children's Home

• The Wichita Children's Home is planning a new home for Gerard House on its main campus, an exciting step toward strengthening support for pregnant and parenting teens. Currently located near Hillside and Harry, Gerard House offers stable housing and essential services like education, daycare, parenting support, and therapy. Many of these services already exist on the WCH campus, including a USD 259 classroom, on-site daycare, life skills training, and a soon-to-be-built healing center. By relocating Gerard House to the WCH main campus, all these wraparound services can come together in a purpose-built space, creating a more holistic and healing environment for young mothers and their children.
• Tax credit details: Up to $1,250,000 available in 2025 under the Pregnancy Resource Act for a 70% Kansas state tax credit (based on availability and approval). Deadline is December 31, 2026.
• Contact: DebbieKennedy@wch.org | 316-684-6581

Valley Hope Foundation

• Valley Hope of Norton
• Tax credit details: $101,715 available. These are 70% tax credits issued from the Kansas Community Service Program and can be applied to personal or business taxes. Deadline is December 31, 2026.
• Contact: TerriHarvey@valleyhope.org | 785-877-5111

The Treehouse

• The Kansas Pregnancy Resource Act (KPRA) offers eligible donors a 70% Kansas tax credit for qualifying contributions to The Treehouse. Gifts of $250 or more within the 2026 tax year may qualify, including combined donations throughout the year. For example, a $1,000 gift may provide a $700 Kansas tax credit, subject to the donor’s tax liability and state credit availability. This allows donors to make a meaningful investment in moms and babies while potentially reducing their Kansas tax liability. The Kansas Pregnancy Resource Act began the year with a program allocation of $10,000,000. The total available allocation changes daily as tax credits are awarded. Once the full allocation has been committed, no additional tax credits are available for that year. The Treehouse will assist with the required K-96 application and submit it to the Kansas Department of Revenue. Approved donors receive a tax credit certificate to use when filing their taxes.
• 2026 deadline: Applications must be submitted to The Treehouse by January 15, 2027. Tax credits are subject to state funding limits and approval. Please consult your tax professional for advice specific to your situation.
• Dollar amount of Tax Credits Available: $10,000,000.00
• Deadline to purchase: 12/31/2026