Private foundations
Search 74,872 U.S. private foundations by name, cause or the organizations they have funded. Each page shows the foundation's largest grants, where its money goes and — just as important — whether it accepts applications at all.
2,903 foundations that gave to recipients in Kentucky, sorted by giving in the state.
| Foundation | Based in | Given in KY | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert L Oare Jr Charitable Foundation Largest grant: Donor Advised Charitable Giving Inc | Alachua, FL | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Bryan Blossom Foundation Inc Largest grant: Sonoran Univ of Health Sciences | Lecanto, FL | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Meed Foundation Inc Largest grant: Tgh Foundation | Tampa, FL | $10K tax year 2025 | May accept |
| The Robert & Kelly Kaplan Foundation Largest grant: Aclu Foundation of San Diego and Imperial Counties | Wilmington, DE | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| The John V Deitchman Family Foundation Largest grant: Cafrico Inc | Dallas, TX | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Anne & Jacob Starr Foundation | New York, NY | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
| Lewis A Kingsley Foundation Largest grant: University of Utah | Costa Mesa, CA | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
| Millsaps Charitable Trust Largest grant: United Way Broward | Orlando, FL | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Julius Friedman Foundation Inc Largest grant: University of Louisville Foundation | Prospect, KY | $10K tax year 2025 | May accept |
| The Crawford Family Foundation Largest grant: William Jessup University | Wilmington, DE | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Appletree Hill Foundation Largest grant: Heat 4 Heroes | Sterling Heights, MI | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Oechsle Family Foundation Inc Largest grant: Community Foundation for Greater New Haven | Wilmington, DE | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Tch Baulch Family Foundation Largest grant: Belmont University | Orlando, FL | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Jennifer Alaine Willett Charitable Foundation Inc Largest grant: Wounded Warrior Project | Dardenne Prairie, MO | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Kythryn & Vishnoo Shahani Charitable Trust Largest grant: Cincy HAT Foundation | Cincinnati, OH | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
| The Elizabeth and Eric Ward Family Foundation Largest grant: Fellowship Bible | College Grove, TN | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Hyer Family Foundation Inc Largest grant: Jesuit High School | Tampa, FL | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
| Hall Foundation Inc | Charlotte, NC | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Brunetti Family Charitable Foundation Largest grant: Houston Grand Opera | Houston, TX | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| France-Merrick Foundation Inc Largest grant: Usm - University of Baltimore Foundation | Baltimore, MD | $10K tax year 2024 | May accept |
| Woodland Foundation Largest grant: Walk on | Cary, IL | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
| Donald E Fike Family Foundation Largest grant: Refuge Ranch | Galesburg, IL | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
| Morrison Foundation Trust Largest grant: First Presbyterian Church | Salina, KS | $10K tax year 2024 | May accept |
| The Duffield Family Foundation DBA Maddie's Fund Largest grant: Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity | Pleasanton, CA | $10K tax year 2024 | May accept |
| Daniel & Julie Hartung Charitable Foundation Inc Largest grant: Gigi's Playhouse | Fitchburg, WI | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Louise Catherine Schlichenmaier and Othon Henry Ochsner I Foundation | Antioch, IL | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
| The Tailwind Foundation Largest grant: Harlingen Cisd | San Antonio, TX | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| The Sidney & Kathryn Taurel Foundation Inc Largest grant: Friends of HEC | Indianapolis, IN | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Dr Bobby and Julie Baker Foundation Largest grant: Gaillard Performance Hall Foundation | Charleston, SC | $10K tax year 2025 | Preselected only |
| Merrill Schneider Foundation Largest grant: Charitable Partnership Fund | Driggs, ID | $10K tax year 2025 | May accept |
| The Harrison Foundation Largest grant: University of Virginia | Manakinsabot, VA | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
| Doak Finch Foundation Largest grant: Cooperative Community Ministries | Dallas, TX | $10K tax year 2024 | May accept |
| The Griffith Foods Foundation | Alsip, IL | $10K tax year 2024 | May accept |
| Poinsatte-Altman Foundation Largest grant: Wellspring Interfaith Social Services Inc | Pittsburgh, PA | $10K tax year 2024 | May accept |
| Merkel Foundation Inc Largest grant: Global Brigades Inc | Brookfield, WI | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
| Mcvay Foundation Largest grant: Minnesota Orchestra | Minnetonka, MN | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
| Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation Largest grant: Colorado Forum Fund Inc | Denver, CO | $10K tax year 2024 | May accept |
| Rk Mellon Family Foundation Largest grant: Loyalhanna Association | Ligonier, PA | $10K tax year 2024 | May accept |
| The Fortin Foundation of Florida Inc Largest grant: Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League | Palm Beach, FL | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
| Sec Charitable Corporation Largest grant: Summit Country Day School | Naples, FL | $10K tax year 2024 | Preselected only |
From IRS Form 990-PF returns (latest e-filed return per foundation; foundations that gave under $5,000 are not listed). “Preselected only” means the foundation reported it does not accept unsolicited requests. Appearing here does not mean a foundation will consider your request.
Frequently asked questions
Do private foundations accept grant applications?
Many do not. Of the 74,872 foundations listed here, about 76% reported on Form 990-PF that they give only to preselected organizations and do not accept unsolicited requests. Use the "Accepts applications" filter to see the rest, and check each foundation's instructions.
Where does this foundation data come from?
From private foundations' Form 990-PF returns, e-filed with the IRS and published in the IRS Form 990 Series downloads. GrantsJunction keeps each foundation's latest return, its 25 largest grants and its giving by state, and refreshes monthly. Grants to individuals are counted but never named.
How can I find foundations that fund organizations like mine?
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