Foundation Condemns Systemic Racism
The Francis Family and the Foundation's Board of Directors condemn racism in all its forms and call for our community to address the systemic racism affecting minority communities. Click on NEWS for the complete statement.
Granting Priorities Changed in 2022
In 2022, the Foundation structure transitioned from a community board to a family board and the granting priorities and strategies changed with this transition. Click on NEWS for more information.
Pulmonary Research
Francis Family Foundation funding enables breakthrough solutions in pulmonary medicine leading to the development of enhanced treatments and cures for pulmonary diseases.
Lifelong Learning
“The Francis Family Foundation is very interested in how to maximize each child’s development before school begins, as this appears to be a critical time and has direct links to the serious dropout problem.”
– John B. Francis
Arts & Culture
Arts & Culture organizations, from Theatre Atchison in Kansas to the Albrecht -Kemper Museum of Art in St. Joseph, Missouri, are supported by the Francis Family Foundation.
Where we serve
Our Legacy
The Francis Family Foundation envisions current and future generations of well-rounded Individuals who are creative, lifelong learners, striving to achieve their fullest potential within their communities.
Fellowship Program
The Parker B. Francis Fellowship program is dedicated to advancing research in pulmonary biology and respiratory disease. Visit our dedicated Fellowship Program website at http://www.francisfellowships.org
grantee testimonials
KC Chalk and Walk Festival – Mattie Rhodes Center
“Thank you so much for your ongoing support of programs at Mattie Rhodes. The supplies that your funds covered were used by many of the children, who participated in the children’s area at the Chalk and Walk Festival. We would not have been able to participate this year without funding for supplies. We truly appreciate your assistance!”... Jenny Mendez, Cultural Arts Director, Mattie Rhodes Center
Read moreKC Chalk and Walk Festival – Parisole Arts
“Parisole Arts was proud to provide free demonstrations of its KidsCRAFT education program by utilizing supplies provided by KC Chalk and Walk Festival. We were able to offer two craft projects for all children ages 5-18, who attended the Festival. Each participant decorated a greeting card for a child at either Children’s Mercy Hospital or Ronald McDonald House. Without the contribution Continue Reading... Renae Silvey, Executive Director, Parisole Arts
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