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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 20-1298192

Centene Foundation

A private foundation in St Louis, MO. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 155 grants and $39.4 million paid in grants.

Tax year 2024 (period ending May 31, 2025), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Preselected only

The return checks the box saying the foundation gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Assets and giving by year

6 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2024

    $39,445,230

    Grants listed
    155
    Assets, end of year
    $195,040,187
  • Tax year 2023

    $29,773,155

    Grants listed
    126
    Assets, end of year
    $221,084,856
  • Tax year 2022

    $34,725,994

    Grants listed
    186
    Assets, end of year
    $241,700,308
  • Tax year 2021

    $28,673,048

    Grants listed
    331
    Assets, end of year
    $259,102,242
  • Tax year 2020

    $37,045,887

    Grants listed
    362
    Assets, end of year
    $282,316,117
  • Tax year 2019

    $27,468,610

    Grants listed
    408
    Assets, end of year
    $2,734,749

Grants paid in 2024

155 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. JWCH Institute IncCommerce, CA

    Residential care facility for persons experiencing homelessness

    $2,912,778
  2. Community Health Development IncUvalde, TX

    Support new construction and associated site

    $2,300,000
  3. Physicians for A Healthy CaliforniaSacramento, CA

    Support latino physician representation coalition vision

    $2,250,000
  4. Safer FoundationChicago, IL

    Provide $2 million over three years

    $1,631,961
  5. Charles R Drew University of Medicine and ScienceLos Angeles, CA

    Securing the workforce pathway for physician diversit

    $1,500,000
  6. Central Iowa Shelter & ServicesDes Moines, IA

    Simplify and educate community members

    $1,150,000
  7. Altamed Health Services CorporationCommerce, CA

    Altamed community mobile services program

    $1,000,000
  8. Community Medical Centers IncStockton, CA

    Provide medical care and BH services

    $1,000,000
  9. Georgia Southern UniversityStatesboro, GA

    Increase recruitment, enrollment, retention, and graduation of BSN nursing students

    $1,000,000
  10. Health Center Association of NebraskaOmaha, NE

    Establish & implement project access

    $1,000,000
  11. Kaweah Delta Hospital FoundationVisalia, CA

    Using geocoding methodologies - to enhance health care quality, access, and health outcomes

    $1,000,000
  12. Love One Louisiana FoundationBaton Rouge, LA

    Love one louisiana foundation contribution

    $1,000,000
  13. Medical College of Georgia FoundationAugusta, GA

    Pilot a one-year prescription produce program to improve food and nutrition security

    $1,000,000
  14. Missouri Coalition for Primary Health CareJefferson Cty, MO

    Create a center of excellence and conference cente

    $1,000,000
  15. National Association of Community Health CentersBethesda, MD

    Promote efficiency, improve patient and provider experience, and advance equitable health outcomes

    $1,000,000
  16. Vision Y CompromisoLos Angeles, CA

    Mitigate pediatric health disparities

    $1,000,000
  17. Osf Multi-Specialty Group DBA Osf OncallPeoria, IL

    Provide patient education and support

    $920,000
  18. City of Albuquerque FoundationAlbuquerque, NM

    Support as one of anchor partners

    $833,333
  19. Oakwood Creative Care IncMesa, AZ

    Gift cards distributed to npo

    $750,000
  20. The Municipal Theatre Association of St LouisSaint Louis, MO

    Second century capital campaign

    $600,000
  21. Urban League of Metropolitan St LouisSaint Louis, MO

    Provide medical equipment

    $574,070
  22. The Jed FoundationNew York, NY

    Support structures and light bridge

    $518,225
  23. Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (bbbsa)Tampa, FL

    Mental health and well beingsupport

    $500,000
  24. Charmeck Family Justice Center IncCharlotte, NC

    Provide range of wraparound services

    $500,000
  25. Cardinal Glennon Children's FoundationSaint Louis, MO

    Enhancing access to pediatric care

    $433,334
  26. KIPP FoundationSan Francisco, CA

    KIPP foundation - my 2020-2025

    $400,000
  27. The Opportunity TrustSt Louis, MO

    Support for parents

    $400,000
  28. Beyond DifferencesSan Rafael, CA

    School-based program

    $391,482
  29. West Hawaii Community Health Center IncKailua Kona, HI

    Support matching gift for centene board

    $375,000
  30. American Online Giving Foundation IncNewark, DE

    Benevity - spark - float fund payment

    $365,000
  31. Georgia Association for Primary Health Care IncDecatur, GA

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $358,333
  32. Little Bit FoundationOlivette, MO

    General contribution

    $354,700
  33. Indiana University Health Foundation IncChicago, IL

    Expanding the congregational care network in northern indiana

    $350,000
  34. National Hispanic Health FoundationWashington, DC

    A one-year program for 10 talented mid-career hispanic physicians interested in future careers in advocacy or policymaking at the federal or state level.

    $350,000
  35. Forest Park Forever IncSaint Louis, MO

    Offer community health programming, recreational activities and social gatherings

    $333,334
  36. Nevada Health CentersCarson City, NV

    Medical maternity home program

    $333,334
  37. Alternatives for GirlsDetroit, MI

    Permanent supportive housing project

    $333,333
  38. Buffalo Urban League IncBuffalo, NY

    Support construction

    $333,333
  39. Neighborhood Service OrganizationDetroit, MI

    Medical respite for the homeless

    $333,333
  40. University Physician Group DBA Wayne HealthDetroit, MI

    Support to meet changing healthcare demands

    $333,333
  41. Food Bank Council of MichiganLansing, MI

    Design, implement, and evaluate a healthy food access and nutrition

    $300,000
  42. Ford's Theatre SocietyWashington, DC

    Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (edi) initiatives

    $300,000
  43. Saint Louis UniversitySt Louis, MO

    Support design and construction of ST. Louis

    $300,000
  44. Washington State Opportunity Scholarship FoundationSeattle, WA

    Support disaster relief in FL

    $300,000
  45. John F Kennedy Center for the Performing ArtsWashington, DC

    2024 national symphony orchestra season opening gala

    $290,248
  46. Youth Villages Foundation IncBartlett, TN

    Provide evidence-based services to children

    $256,500
  47. City of Refuge IncAtlanta, GA

    Provide more resources for underserved individuals

    $250,000
  48. Fora Health Treatment & RecoveryPortland, OR

    Offer 46 beds through a supportive housing model

    $250,000
  49. Gaston Family Health Services Inc DBA Kintegra HealthGastonia, NC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $250,000
  50. Indiana Rural Health Association Inc (irha)Terre Haute, IN

    Enhances the health and well-being of indianas rural population

    $250,000
  51. KU EndowmentLawrence, KS

    Kansas nursing workforce center

    $250,000
  52. National Minority Quality Forum IncWashington, DC

    Minority and rural coronavirus insights study

    $250,000
  53. California Health CollaborativeFresno, CA

    Every woman counts program

    $200,000
  54. Concordance Academy of LeadershipSaint Louis, MO

    Concordance re-entry model

    $200,000
  55. University of Southern CaliforniaLos Angeles, CA

    Chronic disease prevention promotoras training program

    $200,000
  56. Smart Living Systems by LaddCincinnati, OH

    Provide transformation consultation services to kansas

    $170,000
  57. Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Harrisburg AreaHarrisburg, PA

    Critical home repair program

    $166,666
  58. Metropolitan Golf FoundationSaint Louis, MO

    Beyond housing, a nationally recognized community development

    $150,000
  59. Players Philanthropy FundTowson, MD

    The MHS indiana mobile grocery store sponsorship

    $150,000
  60. Variety the Children's Charity of St LouisSaint Louis, MO

    Provide scholarships & comprehensive support services

    $125,000
  61. Army Historical Foundation IncFort Belvoir, VA

    Preserving the history and heritage

    $100,000
  62. Bridge of Hope MinistriesSaint Louis, MO

    Providie builidng infrastructure

    $100,000
  63. Elevate EnergyChicago, IL

    Preventative lead abatement

    $100,000
  64. Medical College of Virginia FoundationRichmond, VA

    Promoting nutrition security and chronic disease management through a prescription produce program

    $100,000
  65. Omaha Symphony AssociationOmaha, NE

    Provide necessary resources for orchestra

    $100,000
  66. United Home Care Services IncDoral, FL

    Provide employment opportunities

    $100,000
  67. United Way of North CarolinaCary, NC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $100,000
  68. University of South Florida Foundation IncTampa, FL

    Provide evidence-based interventions

    $100,000
  69. Valencia College Foundation IncOrlando, FL

    Create meaningful change for vulnerable populations

    $100,000
  70. Hays Medical Center FoundationHays, KS

    On-demand and scheduled telpsychiatry services

    $80,000
  71. Green Family FoundationWashington, DC

    Support health care screenings, social services and leadership developmen

    $60,900
  72. Bill Hillary & Chelsea Clinton FoundationLittle Rock, AR

    Drive progress on climate resilience, inclusive economic growth and recovery

    $50,000
  73. Curators of the University of Missouri Special TRColumbia, MO

    New training facility

    $50,000
  74. United Way of the Midlands Community Impact FundColumbia, SC

    Support to male high school-aged students

    $50,000
  75. Now Serving IncRaleigh, NC

    Hurricane helene - thanksgiving meal distribution - north carolina

    $49,500
  76. City of Refuge - ChicagoBarrington, IL

    Support chicago westside and southside police

    $45,000
  77. American Heart AssociationDallas, TX

    Centene bod - 2024 annual match

    $36,100
  78. Cass Community Health FoundationKansas City, MO

    Expand capacity of dental clinic

    $25,000
  79. East Tennessee FoundationKnoxville, TN

    Disaster relief in TN for hurricane helene

    $25,000
  80. Harvard Medical SchoolCambridge, MA

    Board match request

    $25,000
  81. Healthy Americas FoundationWashington, DC

    General donation to support healthy americas foundation programs and services

    $25,000
  82. Pink Ribbon Good IncEnglewood, OH

    Provide direct services at no cost

    $25,000
  83. Silk Road Project IncSomerville, MA

    Support 2025 board match contribution

    $25,000
  84. Tampa General Hospital Foundation IncTampa, FL

    Support board member 2024 annual match

    $25,000
  85. The Fatherless Foundation IncFishers, IN

    Support annual match for centene board

    $25,000
  86. The National Council on Independent LivingWashington, DC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $25,000
  87. The Seeing Eye IncMorristown, NJ

    Centene bod - 2024 annual match

    $25,000
  88. University of Central Florida Foundation IncOrlando, FL

    Centene bod - 2024 annual match

    $25,000
  89. Worcester Center for Performing ArtsWorcester, MA

    Expand its services in north ST

    $25,000
  90. Sandy Hook Promise FoundationNewtown, CT

    Provide timely interventions

    $22,800
  91. Advocates for A Healthy CommunitySpringfield, MO

    Shoe voucher program

    $22,500
  92. St Louis American FoundationSaint Louis, MO

    Support ST. Louis single largest sit-down

    $16,500
  93. Nurses for NewbornsSaint Louis, MO

    Hurricane helene - thanksgiving meal distribution gift cards - north carolina

    $15,000
  94. The Salvation Army Central TerritoryHoffman Estates, IL

    2024 tornado relief

    $15,000
  95. Randolph W & Dr Lael C Melville Family FoundationDallas, TX

    Centene bod - 2024 annual match - tom greco

    $12,500
  96. Atlanta Community Food Bank IncAtlanta, GA

    Centene bod - 2025 annual match

    $10,000
  97. Barnwell County Help Line IncBarnwell, SC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  98. Broad River Baptist ChurchSmyrna, SC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  99. Canton City School DistrictCanton, OH

    2024 noea day award

    $10,000
  100. Confluence AcademySt Louis, MO

    Contribution related to no one eats alone day 2024

    $10,000
  101. Florida Coalition for Children Foundation IncTallahassee, FL

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  102. Food Bank of Greenwood CountyGreenwood, SC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  103. Healthy Start Coalition of Jefferson Madison Taylor CNTS IncGreenville, FL

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  104. Healthy Start Coalition of Pasco IncNew PRT Rchy, FL

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  105. Lexington Interfaith Community ServicesLexington, SC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  106. Living Hope Foundation IncNewberry, SC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  107. Provident IncSaint Louis, MO

    Care coordination program

    $10,000
  108. Radius ChurchLexington, SC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  109. Rebuilding Together Tampa BayTampa, FL

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  110. Second Harvest of South Georgia IncValdosta, GA

    Support disaster relief in ga

    $10,000
  111. St Louis Area Diaper BankSaint Louis, MO

    Provide diapers to children in underserved

    $10,000
  112. St Louis Symphony OrchestraSt Louis, MO

    Support ST. Louis symphony orchestra

    $10,000
  113. The Storehouse of Pickens CountyEasley, SC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  114. United Way of Aiken CountyAiken, SC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  115. United Way of Anderson CountyAnderson, SC

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  116. United Way of Southwest Georgia IncAlbany, GA

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  117. United Way of Toombs Montgomery Counties IncVidalia, GA

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  118. Women Empowering EachotherTallahassee, FL

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $10,000
  119. Woodruff Area Soup KitchenWoodruff, SC

    Support 2024 board of directors annual

    $10,000
  120. The Foundation for Barnes-Jewish HospitalSaint Louis, MO

    Support cancer

    $8,500
  121. NAACP St Louis CountySt Louis, MO

    Annual freedom fund dinner

    $8,350
  122. Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St Louis IncSaint Louis, MO

    Providing access to education and opportunities to at-risk middle and high school students

    $7,750
  123. All Hands Cultural Community CenterWichita Falls, TX

    Support contribution

    $7,500
  124. Socorro ISDEl Paso, TX

    2024 noea day award

    $7,500
  125. Feeding AmericaChicago, IL

    General contribution to feeding america

    $5,000
  126. Ga District Church of the NazareneDublin, GA

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $5,000
  127. Ips FoundationIndianapolis, IN

    Contribution related to no one eats alone day 2024

    $5,000
  128. KIPP St LouisSaint Louis, MO

    15th anniversary gala - beyond prom: the grown up gala

    $5,000
  129. Kite First Baptist ChurchKite, GA

    Disaster relief - hurricane helene

    $5,000
  130. Lifebridge PartnershipSaint Louis, MO

    Leaders club

    $5,000
  131. National Law Center on Homelessness and PovertyWashington, DC

    2024 human right to housing awards

    $5,000
  132. Navigate STL SchoolsSaint Louis, MO

    Regional kindergarten access guide

    $5,000
  133. Olive Tree Global DBA St John ChurchGrand Prairie, TX

    Centene bod - 2023 annual match

    $5,000
  134. Ozarks Food Harvest IncSpringfield, MO

    Provide 186 weekend meals

    $5,000
  135. South Ga Educational Defense LimitedTifton, GA

    Support hurricane helene relief for ga

    $5,000
  136. Southern Healthcare Collaboration IncBaxley, GA

    Support disaster relief in ga for

    $5,000
  137. Youth in NeedSaint Charles, MO

    Support disaster relief funding - NC

    $5,000
  138. Missouri Baptist Healthcare FoundationSaint Louis, MO

    The funds raised at this party are dedicated to underwriting the new NICU

    $4,750
  139. Women Moving on Inc DBA Women's Resource Center to End Domestic Violence inDecatur, GA

    Support disaster relief in SC for

    $4,500
  140. Citizens for Modern TransitSaint Louis, MO

    Support citizens for modern transit

    $4,000
  141. Center of Creative ArtsSaint Louis, MO

    Cocacabana 2025

    $3,500
  142. National Assocation of Black Accountants - St Louis ChapterFlorissant, MO

    Acap program

    $3,000
  143. At Last IncDallas, TX

    Centene bod - 2024 annual match

    $2,500
  144. Dallas Black Dance TheatreDallas, TX

    Annual match for centene board of directors

    $2,500
  145. Forest ForwardDallas, TX

    Annual match for centene board of directors

    $2,500
  146. Los Cabos Childrens FoundationEagan, MN

    Centene bod - 2023 annual match - monte ford

    $2,500
  147. Momentous InstituteDallas, TX

    Centene bod - 2024 annual match - monte ford

    $2,500
  148. Noble Network of Charter SchoolsChicago, IL

    Contribution related to no one eats alone day 2024

    $2,500
  149. Oar Success FoundationColleyville, TX

    Centene bod - 2024 annual match

    $2,500
  150. Posen-Robbins Esd 143-5Posen, IL

    2024 noea day award

    $2,500
  151. 100 Black Men of Metropolitan St LouisSaint Louis, MO

    Host 41st anniversary dayla gala

    $2,250
  152. Sacramento City UnifiedSacramento, CA

    2024 noea day award

    $2,000
  153. The GatehouseGrapevine, TX

    Centene bod - 2024 annual match

    $1,500
  154. The Museum of the African DiasporaSan Francisco, CA

    Centene bod - 2024 annual match

    $1,500
  155. Boys Hope Girls Hope St Louis ChapterRichmond Heights, MO

    Provide access to education and opportunities

    $1,200

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Health24 grants $13,717,96246% of the total
  2. Education13 grants $3,609,00012% of the total
  3. Human services17 grants $2,537,3339% of the total
  4. Crime and legal aid4 grants $2,354,7618% of the total
  5. Housing and shelter3 grants $1,493,3335% of the total
  6. Arts and culture10 grants $1,447,7485% of the total
  7. 10 other causes34 grants $4,581,89215% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. California13 grants $11,857,760
  2. Missouri35 grants $4,807,738
  3. Illinois9 grants $3,071,961
  4. Georgia13 grants $2,672,833
  5. Texas12 grants $2,382,600
  6. District of Columbia8 grants $1,306,148
  7. Michigan4 grants $1,299,999
  8. Iowa1 grant $1,150,000
  9. Maryland2 grants $1,150,000
  10. Nebraska2 grants $1,100,000

Officers, directors and trustees

5 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Andrew L AsherDIRECTOR/TREASURER Hours 1Pay $0
  • Keith H WilliamsonDIRECTOR/PRESIDENT Hours 1Pay $0
  • Sarah M LondonDIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN Hours 1Pay $0
  • Christopher A KosterDIRECTOR/SECRETARY Hours 1Pay $0
  • Kenneth J FasolaDIRECTOR/VICE CHAIRMAN Hours 1Pay $0

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