The Old State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky

Form 990-PFTax year 2025EIN 61-1257368

LG&E and KU Foundation Inc

A private foundation in Louisville, KY. Its return for tax year 2025 lists 497 grants and $4.3 million paid in grants.

Tax year 2025 (period ending Dec 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

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
Grants Administrator
PO Box 32030
Louisville, KY 40232
(502) 627-3234
Form and materials
N/A
Deadlines
N/A
Restrictions
N/A

Assets and giving by year

6 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2025

    $4,253,769

    Grants listed
    497
    Assets, end of year
    $21,978,788
  • Tax year 2024

    $4,051,712

    Grants listed
    491
    Assets, end of year
    $24,747,920
  • Tax year 2023

    $4,484,643

    Grants listed
    In an attachment
    Assets, end of year
    $28,255,974
  • Tax year 2022

    $5,735,154

    Grants listed
    In an attachment
    Assets, end of year
    $31,842,793
  • Tax year 2021

    $5,100,322

    Grants listed
    In an attachment
    Assets, end of year
    $37,600,097
  • Tax year 2020

    $4,824,688

    Grants listed
    In an attachment
    Assets, end of year
    $30,305,900

Grants paid in 2025

497 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Association of Community Ministries IncLouisville, KY

    Acm/utility grant

    $749,000
  2. Metro United Way IncLouisville, KY

    Metro united way- po1 match

    $336,295
  3. Metro United Way IncLouisville, KY

    Metro united way- PPL match

    $211,455
  4. Whas Crusade for Children IncLouisville, KY

    Whas crusade for children po1

    $183,308
  5. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Youthbuild/project warm

    $120,000
  6. Metro United Way IncLouisville, KY

    Beyond buzzwords 2025

    $100,000
  7. Fund for the Arts IncLouisville, KY

    Fund for the arts po1

    $83,898
  8. Louisville Zoo Foundation IncLouisville, KY

    Party for the planet 2025

    $65,000
  9. University of Louisville Foundation IncLouisville, KY

    Student & community success

    $65,000
  10. Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation IncLouisville, KY

    Kentucky derby festival found

    $60,000
  11. United Way of the Bluegrass IncLexington, KY

    United way bluegrass po1 match

    $56,683
  12. Ohio Valley United Charities IncCarrollton, KY

    Ohio valley united charities

    $52,878
  13. American Red CrossLouisville, KY

    American red cross

    $50,000
  14. University of KentuckyLexington, KY

    University of kentucky

    $50,000
  15. Lincoln FoundationLouisville, KY

    STEM education support 2025

    $40,000
  16. Scholarship America IncDetroit, MI

    Scholarship america awards

    $32,400
  17. Herrington Lake Conservation League IncBurgin, KY

    Herrington lake conservation

    $30,000
  18. Leadership Kentucky Foundation IncFrankfort, KY

    Leadership kentucky 2025

    $30,000
  19. Louisville Free Public Library Foundation IncLouisville, KY

    Cap. Campaign & summer reading

    $30,000
  20. American Red CrossLouisville, KY

    American red cross

    $25,000
  21. American Red CrossLouisville, KY

    American red cross

    $25,000
  22. Blue Grass Community Foundation IncLexington, KY

    Blue grass community found

    $25,000
  23. God's Pantry Food Bank IncLexington, KY

    God's pantry food bank

    $25,000
  24. Leadership Louisville Foundation IncorporatedLouisville, KY

    2025 annual luncheon

    $25,000
  25. Metro United Way IncLouisville, KY

    Metro united way

    $25,000
  26. United Way of the Bluegrass IncLexington, KY

    Waypoint initiative

    $25,000
  27. University of KentuckyLexington, KY

    Piek

    $25,000
  28. Metro Louisville Habitat for Humanity ofLouisville, KY

    Louisville habitat for hu- q4

    $24,000
  29. Urban League of Lexington - Fayette CountyLexington, KY

    2025 affordable housing

    $21,630
  30. Metro Louisville Habitat for Humanity ofLouisville, KY

    Habitat for humanity lou

    $21,000
  31. University of KentuckyLexington, KY

    Uk arboretum arbor day

    $21,000
  32. Dollar Energy FundPittsburgh, PA

    Wintershare annual donation

    $20,000
  33. Jefferson Community and Technical College Foundation IncLouisville, KY

    Parking garage/lineman program

    $20,000
  34. Kentucky Industrial Development Council IncFrankfort, KY

    Kaed/sponsor

    $20,000
  35. Heart of Kentucky United WayDanville, KY

    Heart of ky UW po1

    $18,991
  36. Metro Louisville Habitat for Humanity ofLouisville, KY

    Habitat for humanity lou

    $18,000
  37. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare dec 24 donation

    $17,331
  38. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare oct 25 donation

    $16,000
  39. Junior AchievementLouisville, KY

    Junior achievement

    $15,500
  40. Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Kentuckiana IncLouisville, KY

    Evidence-based mentorship

    $15,000
  41. Kentucky Industrial Development Council IncFrankfort, KY

    Kidc/kaed kpid sponsor

    $15,000
  42. Louisville Urban LeagueLouisville, KY

    General operating support

    $15,000
  43. Maryhurst IncLouisville, KY

    Journey of hope luncheon 2025

    $15,000
  44. Riverside the Farnsley-Moremen Landing IncLouisville, KY

    Riverside the farnsley-moremen

    $15,000
  45. The Housing Partnership IncLouisville, KY

    First floor build-out

    $15,000
  46. Jefferson County United Way IncMadison, IN

    Jefferson county UW po1

    $14,510
  47. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare nov 25 donation

    $14,102
  48. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp dec 24 donation

    $13,380
  49. United Way of Central Kentucky IncElizabethtown, KY

    UW of central kentucky po1

    $12,607
  50. Kentucky Forum for Rights Economics and Education IncProspect, KY

    Kyfree strategic partnership

    $12,500
  51. Metro Louisville Habitat for Humanity ofLouisville, KY

    Habitat for humanity

    $12,500
  52. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp jan 2025 donation

    $11,401
  53. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp nov 25 donation

    $11,204
  54. Casa IncLouisville, KY

    Casa event sponsorships

    $11,000
  55. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp feb 2025 donation

    $10,973
  56. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp mar 2025 donation

    $10,844
  57. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp oct 25 donation

    $10,609
  58. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp jun 25 donation

    $10,395
  59. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp jul 25 donation

    $10,038
  60. Actors Theatre of Louisville IncLouisville, KY

    New voices/community convers.

    $10,000
  61. American Red CrossLouisville, KY

    Disaster relief

    $10,000
  62. Bellarmine UniversityLouisville, KY

    Annual fund - student support

    $10,000
  63. Catholic Education Foundation IncLouisville, KY

    Salute dinner & luncheon 2025

    $10,000
  64. Centre College of KentuckyDanville, KY

    New horizons program 2025

    $10,000
  65. Community Action Council for Lex- Fayette Bourb Harr Nich CountiesLexington, KY

    Community action council

    $10,000
  66. Downtown Development CorporationLouisville, KY

    General operating support fy25

    $10,000
  67. Jefferson Community and Technical College Foundation IncLouisville, KY

    JCTC line tech program

    $10,000
  68. Kentucky Shakespeare IncLouisville, KY

    Kentucky shakespeare festival

    $10,000
  69. Lincoln Heritage Council Boy Scouts of AmericaLouisville, KY

    Lincoln heritage council

    $10,000
  70. Louisville Soccer FoundationLouisville, KY

    Mini-pitch and programs

    $10,000
  71. Muhammad Ali Museum and Education CenterLouisville, KY

    Ali humanitarian awards

    $10,000
  72. Payne Hollow on the OhioMilton, KY

    Payne hollow on the ohio

    $10,000
  73. Simmons College of Kentucky IncLouisville, KY

    Simmons student scholarships24

    $10,000
  74. Southwest Community Ministries IncLouisville, KY

    This will be a night to honor our supporters, volunteers, and staff who all make this work possible. Without it hundreds in our community would be homeless and hungry. We ask local businesses in the community to sponsor this event to invite our individual and corporate supporters to participate in our 50/50 draws, silent auctions, and live auctions to raise money so that we can continue to do this work. Without this event, we would be able to help 1/4 of the individuals that we assist throughout the year. We ask that you continue to support these efforts and support the neighbors around millcreek

    $10,000
  75. St Joseph Catholic Orphans SocietyLouisville, KY

    ST. Joe's operation support

    $10,000
  76. Stageone the Louisville Children's Theatre IncLouisville, KY

    Fy25 play it forward

    $10,000
  77. The Community Foundation of Louisville IncLouisville, KY

    Give for good louisville

    $10,000
  78. The Louisville Orchestra IncLouisville, KY

    In harmony kentucky tour

    $10,000
  79. The Nest - Center for Women Children & FamiliesLexington, KY

    The nest emergency child care

    $10,000
  80. Youth Golf Coalition IncLouisville, KY

    Youth golf coalition

    $10,000
  81. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp apr 2025 donation

    $9,807
  82. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp aug 25 donation

    $9,755
  83. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare jan 25 donation

    $9,550
  84. Living Arts & Science Center IncLexington, KY

    Steam edu for title 1 students

    $9,500
  85. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp sept 25 donation

    $9,135
  86. Lexington Habitat for HumanityLexington, KY

    Lexington habitat for humanity

    $9,000
  87. Youthbuild LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Winterhelp may 25 donation

    $8,697
  88. United Way of Eastern Kentucky IncPrestonsburg, KY

    United way of eastern ky po1

    $8,073
  89. Parks Alliance of LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Jack o'lantern spectacular

    $8,000
  90. Appalachia Service Project IncJohnson City, TN

    Home replacement and repair

    $7,500
  91. Cabbage Patch Settlement House IncLouisville, KY

    Funds will support 2 events, the sept. 25 champions event ($3,500 towards $77,550 total cost) and the june 2 golf tournament ($4,000 towards $55,200 total). The former takes place at the olmstead. The latter takes place at audubon country club and starts with 11am lunch and registration, followed by a 12 PM shotgun start. Proceeds from both events provide for critically needed educational initiatives and other services like case management and counseling. Together we empower patch members to break the cycle of poverty and access opportunities to achieve lifelong success

    $7,500
  92. Owsley Brown Frazier Historical Arms Museum Foundation IncLouisville, KY

    New energy in frazier edu.

    $7,500
  93. The Center for Women & Families IncLouisville, KY

    Breakfast of brilliance

    $7,500
  94. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare feb 25 donation

    $7,363
  95. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare sept 25 donation

    $6,760
  96. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare apr 25 donation

    $6,541
  97. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare may 25 donation

    $6,382
  98. Fund for the Arts IncLouisville, KY

    Fund for the arts

    $6,102
  99. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare aug 25 donation

    $6,080
  100. Downtown Development CorporationLouisville, KY

    Downtown development corp

    $6,050
  101. Black Male Working AcademyLexington, KY

    Entrepremiere series and STEM

    $6,000
  102. Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana IncLouisville, KY

    GS leadership experience

    $6,000
  103. Girl Scouts of Kentuckys Wilderness Road Council IncLexington, KY

    Girl scout STEM program

    $6,000
  104. Lexington Habitat for HumanityLexington, KY

    Lexington habitat for humanity

    $6,000
  105. Tri-County Kentucky United WayBardstown, KY

    Tri-county ky united way po1

    $5,929
  106. Bedford Volunteer Fire DeptartmentBedford, KY

    Bedford EMS training system

    $5,885
  107. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare jul 25 donation

    $5,821
  108. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare jun 25 donation

    $5,748
  109. Alpha Lambda Educational FoundationLouisville, KY

    Hope breakfast

    $5,500
  110. Wintercare Energy Fund IncLexington, KY

    Wintercare mar 25 donation

    $5,321
  111. United Way of South Central KentuckySomerset, KY

    UW south central ky po1

    $5,166
  112. Academy of Music Production Education and DevelopmentLouisville, KY

    Amped rtbi program

    $5,000
  113. Ace Mentor Program of America IncLouisville, KY

    Ace mentor louisville gala

    $5,000
  114. Bellarmine UniversityLouisville, KY

    Knight of excellence

    $5,000
  115. Build - Building A United Inter-Faith Lexington Through Direct-ActionLexington, KY

    Build application

    $5,000
  116. Carroll County Training Consortium IncBedford, KY

    Carroll county consortium

    $5,000
  117. Casa IncLouisville, KY

    Advocacy academy & support

    $5,000
  118. Citizens of Louisville Organized and United Together IncLouisville, KY

    Mental health in louisville

    $5,000
  119. Explorium of LexingtonLexington, KY

    LCM experience fund

    $5,000
  120. Family & Children's PlaceLouisville, KY

    Champions for children luncheo

    $5,000
  121. Feeding Southwest VirginiaSalem, VA

    Food distribution program

    $5,000
  122. Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana IncLouisville, KY

    Via colori festival 2025

    $5,000
  123. Hope Center IncLexington, KY

    Hope center/night of hope

    $5,000
  124. Jobs for Kentuckys Graduates IncLexington, KY

    CDC

    $5,000
  125. Junior Achievement of the BluegrassLexington, KY

    Financial literacy education

    $5,000
  126. Junior Achievement of the BluegrassLexington, KY

    2025 ja business hall of fame

    $5,000
  127. Kentucky Ballet TheatreLexington, KY

    Ky ballet theatre/sponsor

    $5,000
  128. Kentucky Center for the Arts Foundation IncLouisville, KY

    Governor's school for the arts

    $5,000
  129. Kentucky Dance Council IncLouisville, KY

    Bridge the gap

    $5,000
  130. Kentucky Emergency Services ConferenceVersailles, KY

    2025 ky emergency services

    $5,000
  131. Kentucky Horse Park Foundation IncLexington, KY

    Southern lights

    $5,000
  132. Kentucky Mountain Laurel Foundation IncPineville, KY

    Ky mountain laurel festival

    $5,000
  133. Kentucky Nonprofit NetworkLexington, KY

    Kentucky gives day (KGD) 2025

    $5,000
  134. Kentucky Opera Association IncLouisville, KY

    Youth & community arts ed

    $5,000
  135. Kentucky Public Radio IncLouisville, KY

    LPMS making waves luncheon

    $5,000
  136. La Casita Center IncLouisville, KY

    La casita center - operational

    $5,000
  137. Lexarts IncLexington, KY

    Lexarts/freedom train

    $5,000
  138. Lexington Ballet Company IncLexington, KY

    The 50th anniversary season

    $5,000
  139. Lexington Public Library FoundationLexington, KY

    Teacher time in the makerspace

    $5,000
  140. Louisville Central Community Centers IncLouisville, KY

    Family/community dev. Support

    $5,000
  141. Louisville Olmsted Parks Conservancy IncLouisville, KY

    Shawnee park partner

    $5,000
  142. Louisville Sustainability Council IncLouisville, KY

    LSC green tea talks 2025

    $5,000
  143. Marine Toys for Tots FoundationTriangle, VA

    Marines toys for tots - louis

    $5,000
  144. Master Musicians Festival IncSomerset, KY

    Master musicians festival

    $5,000
  145. Meade County Fair IncBrandenburg, KY

    Meade county fair

    $5,000
  146. Midway University IncMidway, KY

    New campus library campaign

    $5,000
  147. Mountain Empire Community College FoundationBig Stone Gap, VA

    Home craft days

    $5,000
  148. Mountain Empire Older Citizens IncBig Stone Gap, VA

    Emergency fuel fund elderly

    $5,000
  149. Neighborhood HouseLouisville, KY

    Steam for kids in west end

    $5,000
  150. Parks Alliance of LouisvilleLouisville, KY

    Farm at alberta o. Jones park

    $5,000
  151. Roots 101 African America MuseumLouisville, KY

    Roots 101 general support

    $5,000
  152. Science Museum of Western VirginiaRoanoke, VA

    SMWV general operating support

    $5,000
  153. Shively Area Ministries IncLouisville, KY

    Shively area ministries spons.

    $5,000
  154. Shively Area Ministries IncLouisville, KY

    Emergency assistance

    $5,000
  155. Southwest Community Festival & Parade Committee IncLouisville, KY

    Southwest community festival

    $5,000
  156. St Joseph Catholic Orphans SocietyLouisville, KY

    176th picnic for the kids

    $5,000
  157. Stageone the Louisville Children's Theatre IncLouisville, KY

    Lilly and the pirates

    $5,000
  158. The University of Virginias College at Wise Foundation IncWise, VA

    Swva can code regional event

    $5,000
  159. Triangle Foundation IncLexington, KY

    Triangle foundation/donation

    $5,000
  160. Trimble County Apple Festival IncBedford, KY

    Trimble county apple festival

    $5,000
  161. United Way of Paducah-Mccracken CountyPaducah, KY

    UW western ky food pantry

    $5,000
  162. University of KentuckyLexington, KY

    Summer eng exploration kamp

    $5,000
  163. YMCA of Central KentuckyLexington, KY

    2024-2025 black achievers

    $5,000
  164. Mountain Empire Community College FoundationBig Stone Gap, VA

    Mecc power lineman training

    $4,964
  165. Family & Children's PlaceLouisville, KY

    Family visitation graduations

    $4,851
  166. Bluegrass GreensourceFrankfort, KY

    STEM education

    $4,500
  167. Stephen Foster Drama Assn IncBardstown, KY

    Lights up!

    $4,500
  168. 21st Century Parks IncLouisville, KY

    Riparian tree enhancement

    $4,000
  169. Cafca Cares IncHarrodsburg, KY

    Utility assistance program

    $4,000
  170. Gateway Regional Arts CenterMt Sterling, KY

    Steam super saturday program

    $4,000
  171. High Knob Enhancement CorporationBig Stone Gap, VA

    High knob music festival

    $4,000
  172. Leadership Louisville Foundation IncorporatedLouisville, KY

    Diversity scholarship support

    $4,000
  173. Lexington Theatre CompanyLexington, KY

    2025 mainstage season

    $4,000
  174. Volunteers of America Mid StatesLouisville, KY

    Voa unity house 2025

    $4,000
  175. West Point Preservation CorpWest Point, KY

    Summer concert series

    $4,000
  176. American Red CrossLouisville, KY

    American red cross

    $3,850
  177. United Way of the Coalfield IncMadisonville, KY

    United way of coalfield po1

    $3,729
  178. Creasey Mahan Nature PreserveGoshen, KY

    Add shade, beauty & diversity

    $3,638
  179. Community Action Kentucky IncFrankfort, KY

    Cak annual conference 2025

    $3,500
  180. Creasey Mahan Nature PreserveGoshen, KY

    Create a mixed savannah

    $3,500
  181. Leadership Central Kentucky Foundation IncLexington, KY

    Presenting sponsor for LCK

    $3,500
  182. Louisville Zoo Foundation IncLouisville, KY

    Plant for the planet 2024/2025

    $3,500
  183. Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky IncHazard, KY

    Foundation appalachian ky po1

    $3,248
  184. International Book ProjectLexington, KY

    Globetrotters 2025

    $3,040
  185. 21st Century Parks IncLouisville, KY

    Field and fork 2025

    $3,000
  186. African American Forum IncLexington, KY

    The lex smooth jazz concert series is a regional arts & cultural experience presented annually that celebrates contemporary american jazz, complemented by fine cuisine and kentucky culture. This three (3) event program is presented in the summer, fall, and spring at the embassy suites by hilton lexington/uk coldstream and features international jazz artists from across the united states and beyond. An educational "masterclass" component has been added to benefit 9-12 high school jazz band and gifted & talent music students at fayette county public schools for the spring concert.

    $3,000
  187. Americana Community Center IncLouisville, KY

    Youth & family ed. Utilities

    $3,000
  188. College Mentors for Kids IncIndianapolis, IN

    College mentors in kentucky

    $3,000
  189. Educational JusticeLouisville, KY

    Math focus initiative

    $3,000
  190. EVOLVE502 IncLouisville, KY

    General operating support

    $3,000
  191. Faces of Kentucky IncLouisville, KY

    Destination smooth jazz series

    $3,000
  192. Lexington Habitat for HumanityLexington, KY

    Lexington habitat for humanity

    $3,000
  193. National Association of Black Accountants IncLouisville, KY

    General operating support 2025

    $3,000
  194. Operation Open Arms IncLouisville, KY

    Operation open arms

    $3,000
  195. Cumberland Trails United Way IncMiddlesboro, KY

    Cumberland trails UW po1

    $2,727
  196. Whas Crusade for Children IncLouisville, KY

    Po1 softball contribution

    $2,600
  197. 21st Century Parks IncLouisville, KY

    The parklands s.e.e.d. Program

    $2,500
  198. Adelante Hispanic Achievers IncLouisville, KY

    General operating support

    $2,500
  199. African American Arts Association IncLexington, KY

    Lexyouth collective

    $2,500
  200. Alliance for GirlsLouisville, KY

    General operating support LGL

    $2,500
  201. Alliance for GirlsLouisville, KY

    General operating support LGL

    $2,500
  202. Alpha Beta Lambda Chapter Education Foundation IncLexington, KY

    Alpha lamba unity breakfast

    $2,500
  203. Alpha League IncLexington, KY

    Alpha league mentoring

    $2,500
  204. American Cave Conservation AssociationHorse Cave, KY

    General operating support

    $2,500
  205. American Heart Association IncDallas, TX

    Central kentucky heart ball

    $2,500
  206. American Red CrossLexington, KY

    Prepare with pedro

    $2,500
  207. Appalachian Community Action & Development Agency IncGate City, VA

    Appcaa 2nd annual golf tourn

    $2,500
  208. Art Center of the BluegrassDanville, KY

    General operating support

    $2,500
  209. Bellewood & BrooklawnLouisville, KY

    General operating support

    $2,500
  210. Big Brothers-Big Sisters of the Bluegrass IncLexington, KY

    Community mentorship program

    $2,500
  211. Bluegrass Community & Technical College Foundation IncLexington, KY

    BCTC 85th anniversary gala

    $2,500
  212. Boys & Girls Clubs IncLouisville, KY

    Transfr VR workforce program

    $2,500
  213. Campbellsville University IncCampbellsville, KY

    Cu plant for the planet 2024

    $2,500
  214. Canopy Certified IncLouisville, KY

    Canopy general operating

    $2,500
  215. Carnegie Center for Literacy and LearningLexington, KY

    Back to school bash 2025

    $2,500
  216. Center for Employment Opportunities IncNew York, NY

    CEO general operating support

    $2,500
  217. Center for Nonprofit ExcellenceLouisville, KY

    Emerging leaders program

    $2,500
  218. Danville-Boyle County Economic Develpment Partnership IncDanville, KY

    Workforce dev region job fairs

    $2,500
  219. Family Crisis Support Services IncNorton, VA

    Rapid re-housing & prevention

    $2,500
  220. Family Scholar House IncLouisville, KY

    Family scholar house/donation

    $2,500
  221. Family Scholar House IncLouisville, KY

    Family scholar house

    $2,500
  222. Food Bank of Wise County IncorporatedWise, VA

    Food bank, food box dist.

    $2,500
  223. Foundation for Ohio River EducationCincinnati, OH

    Ohio river sweep

    $2,500
  224. Governors Scholars Program Foundation IncFrankfort, KY

    Governor's scholars program

    $2,500
  225. Hardin County Habitat for HumanityElizabethtown, KY

    Huffman family home

    $2,500
  226. Henderson Music Preservation Society IncHenderson, KY

    W.C. Handy blues & barbecue fe

    $2,500
  227. Home of the InnocentsLouisville, KY

    KCC simulation lab program

    $2,500
  228. Hopkins County Family Young Mens Christian Association IncMadisonville, KY

    Summer retention program

    $2,500
  229. Horse Cave Cultural District IncHorse Cave, KY

    Horse cave heritage festival

    $2,500
  230. Jubilee Jobs of Lexington IncLexington, KY

    Back to work BBQ

    $2,500
  231. Junior AchievementLouisville, KY

    Junior achievement

    $2,500
  232. Junior AchievementLouisville, KY

    Junior achievement

    $2,500
  233. Kentucky Association for Academic Competition IncFrankfort, KY

    Ky governor's cup state finals

    $2,500
  234. Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts FoundationFrankfort, KY

    Kentucky envirothon

    $2,500
  235. Kentucky Community & Technical College System Foundation IncVersailles, KY

    Ectc robotics program

    $2,500
  236. Knox Regional Development Alliance IncElizabethtown, KY

    Krda grant request 2025

    $2,500
  237. KVC Behavioral Healthcare KentuckyOlathe, KS

    General operating support

    $2,500
  238. Ky First Robotics IncNicholasville, KY

    FTC state 2025

    $2,500
  239. Ky First Robotics IncNicholasville, KY

    General operating support 2025

    $2,500
  240. Leadership Bardstown-Nelson County AssociationBardstown, KY

    LNC class project

    $2,500
  241. Leadership Louisville Foundation IncorporatedLouisville, KY

    Lg&e foundation request

    $2,500
  242. Louisville Regional Science & Engineering FairLouisville, KY

    Lrsef 2025

    $2,500
  243. Louisville Visual ArtLouisville, KY

    Spark is a monumental public artwork created to transform the facade of louisville visual art. Constructed of metal elements overlaid onto a painted wall with led color changing lights, serving as a beacon of creativity for the portland neighborhood. Commissioned by robert w. Rounsavall, JR. Family foundation, spark is a tribute to lvas inspiring 115-year legacy of championing youth art education and empowering artists.this event will bring the community togetherneighbors, officials, dignitaries, and friends of lvato celebrate and witness the stunning unveiling of spark!

    $2,500
  244. Louisville Visual ArtLouisville, KY

    Cfac centennial luncheon

    $2,500
  245. Midway University IncMidway, KY

    Spotlight 2025

    $2,500
  246. Molo Village CDC CoLouisville, KY

    Molo village is excited to present the 5th annual african gala at the muhammad ali center in louisville. Proceeds will support their mission of transforming lives, empowering individuals, and renewing the community's spirit. The elegant evening will include cultural celebration, dining and entertainment, along with presentations of the molo village community awards to 3 individuals whose work and service align with the mission of molo village. We are expecting based on past participation, 300 plus attendees including residents, nonprofits, elected officials, and businesses.

    $2,500
  247. Nativity Academy at St Boniface IncLouisville, KY

    Brainstem robotics program

    $2,500
  248. Neighborhood HouseLouisville, KY

    Neighborhood house fall fest

    $2,500
  249. New Directions Housing CorpLouisville, KY

    I rise family self sufficiency

    $2,500
  250. Newton's AtticLexington, KY

    Summer STEM camp 2025

    $2,500

Where the money goes

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

  1. Philanthropy and grantmaking31 grants $802,29224% of the total
  2. Religion7 grants $762,50023% of the total
  3. Human services62 grants $570,77817% of the total
  4. Education62 grants $339,91410% of the total
  5. Arts and culture45 grants $320,53810% of the total
  6. Community development25 grants $94,7003% of the total
  7. 14 other causes134 grants $476,40414% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Kentucky441 grants $4,093,619
  2. Virginia17 grants $51,196
  3. Michigan2 grants $32,900
  4. Pennsylvania14 grants $28,584
  5. Indiana14 grants $26,740
  6. Tennessee1 grant $7,500
  7. New York3 grants $5,500
  8. Ohio3 grants $4,230
  9. Florida1 grant $2,500
  10. Idaho1 grant $1,000

Officers, directors and trustees

11 people as filed

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

  • David K ArthurDIRECTOR Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • John R Crockett IIIDIRECTOR Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Heather D MettsDIRECTOR Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Shannon L MontgomeryDIRECTOR Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Mary C WhelanPRESIDENT (UNTIL 05/25) Hours 3Pay $0
  • Christopher M GarrettVICE PRESIDENT - FINANCE & ACCOUNTING Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Tadd J HenningerSENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & TREASURER Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Vanessa D HartlineASSISTANT TREASURER Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • John P FendigCORPORATE SECRETARY Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Deborah C GregorASSISTANT CORPORATE SECRETARY Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Elizabeth A PrattPRESIDENT (AS OF 6/12/25) Hours 3Pay $0

The return

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