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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 73-1256122

The Kerr Foundation Inc

A private foundation in Oklahoma City, OK. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 65 grants and $206,790 paid in grants.

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Tax year 2024 (period ending Dec 31, 2024), 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
Laura Kerr
12501 N May Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73120
(405) 749-7991
Form and materials
Cover letter with summary request, institutional profile form completed, proposal summary form completed, IRS 501(c)(3) letter, proposal and documentation as appropriate to the request
Deadlines
Requests should be submitted more than 45 days before qtrly committee MTGS to allow time for review
Restrictions
Geographical areas for consideration are: (1ST preference) arkansas, colorado, kansas, missouri, new mexico, oklahoma, texas; areas: education, health, cultural, community service and human service. Applications are also accepted from the washington D.C. Area in recognition of significant and continuing influence of the federal government on the state of oklahoma and neighboring region.

Assets and giving by year

7 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.

  • Tax year 2024

    $206,790

    Grants listed
    65
    Assets, end of year
    $21,675,452

  • Tax year 2023

    $162,700

    Grants listed
    27
    Assets, end of year
    $18,624,951

  • Tax year 2022

    $156,064

    Grants listed
    41
    Assets, end of year
    $19,059,178

  • Tax year 2021

    $177,700

    Grants listed
    34
    Assets, end of year
    $19,549,085

  • Tax year 2020

    $92,500

    Grants listed
    19
    Assets, end of year
    $18,997,502

  • Tax year 2019

    $225,300

    Grants listed
    44
    Assets, end of year
    $19,940,507

  • Tax year 2018

    $208,000

    Grants listed
    60
    Assets, end of year
    $20,557,228

Grants paid in 2024

65 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Allied Arts of Oklahoma IncOklahoma City, OK

    To support the allied arts 2024 campaign for the arts

    $15,000
  2. Charles B Goddard Center for the Visual and Performing Arts IncArdmore, OK

    To help renovate and remodel the goddard center facilities.

    $10,000
  3. Dress for Success Oklahoma CityOklahoma City, OK

    To support the women's employment programs

    $7,500
  4. Beyond the Spectrum OkEdmond, OK

    To provide support for therapy and classes for children with disabilities and their families.

    $5,000
  5. Design Connect CreateGrand Prairie, TX

    To purchase STEM supplies and equipment for one STEM camp serving 30 girls over the summer.

    $5,000
  6. Durango Education FoundationDurango, CO

    To support coding and makerspace equipment.

    $5,000
  7. Endangered Language Language FundNew Haven, CT

    For a special session on language and health to be included in the 56th algonquain conference, held in october, 2024 at the first american museum and will also allow representatives of non-alonquian tribes to attend the session

    $5,000
  8. Folds of Honor FoundationOwasso, OK

    To support education opportunities to fallen or disabled military members and first responder children and spouses.

    $5,000
  9. New Hope RefugeBatesville, AR

    To provide funding to remodel the current housing structure originally built in 2004 and also to replace flooring

    $5,000
  10. Northeastern State University Foundation IncTahlequah, OK

    To provide free children's books for third to sixth grade in over 50 schools and educators in and around cherokee county

    $5,000
  11. Central Oklahoma Camp and Conference CenterGuthrie, OK

    To provide general operating expenses.

    $4,000
  12. Council on FoundationsWashington, DC

    To support the programs of council on foundations with an outright grant for programs

    $4,000
  13. Enid Community Theatre IncEnid, OK

    To support the phase two gaslight project focusing on the main stage auditorium and the seats

    $4,000
  14. Holy Sews IncLittle Rock, AR

    For supplies to sew layetts/gowns for stillborn babies & babies lost in NICU, to include fabris, fleece, yarn, lace trim, ribbon, memory cards, buttons, teddy bears, postage, etc

    $4,000
  15. Arts Live Theatre IncFayetteville, AR

    To help payfor scholarships, venue costs, and hiring a teaching artist for the 2024 season

    $3,500
  16. Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma IncMcAlester, OK

    To support the food for kids program

    $3,500
  17. Home of Hope IncVinita, OK

    To support the hope industry recycling program with the purchase of one hipaa approved DL-12X crosscut mid-sized shredder

    $3,050
  18. Camps for KidsLiberty, MO

    To support participating camps to ensure their accessibility to underprivileged children, youth, and those with physical, medical, and/or development disabilities in the kansas city area

    $3,000
  19. Loreto HouseDenton, TX

    To help increase the number of spanish speaking advocates, to help raise bilingual capability of staff from 30% to 50% and to hire two additional advocates.

    $3,000
  20. Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter IncBentonville, AR

    To support nwacs in providing individualized, trauma-centered education to children who have suffered significant childhood trauma

    $3,000
  21. Skyline Urban Ministry IncOklahoma City, OK

    To help with the cost of water bottle refill stations for skyline patrons.

    $3,000
  22. Grove Rotary Foundation Foundation IncGrove, OK

    To support early childhood literacy and education: imagination library of delaware county

    $2,640
  23. Community Against Violence IncTaos, NM

    To support dog group therapy program for youth recovering from domestic violence and/or sexual assualt

    $2,600
  24. 501TECHTulsa, OK

    To provide securityplus hardware upgrades for existing clients as well as oklahoma nonprofits waiting for service.

    $2,500
  25. Barnabas Foundation IncBranson, MO

    To support scholarships for campers

    $2,500
  26. Boys Hope Girls HopeSaint Louis, MO

    To support BHGHSTL cohort programs

    $2,500
  27. Children's Medical Research IncOklahoma City, OK

    To support three disability-inclusive culture history celebrations to be held in 2024 and 2025 in okc

    $2,500
  28. Cloths to Kids of DenverDenver, CO

    To support the underwrite our underwear program

    $2,500
  29. Colorado Friendship IncLongmont, CO

    To provide support for the incredibles program for colorado frienship.

    $2,500
  30. Colorado Springs Conservatory FoundationColorado SPGS, CO

    To support mental health & wellness professional development and training for CSC staff.

    $2,500
  31. Community Renewal of Pottawatomie CountyShawnee, OK

    To provide operational support

    $2,500
  32. Denver Children's HomeDenver, CO

    To support core programs for trauma-impacted youth.

    $2,500
  33. Ennis Public TheaterEnnis, TX

    To support the young artist program

    $2,500
  34. Erin Eickmeier FoundationBallwin, MO

    To support camp circle star fun day expansion.

    $2,500
  35. Foster Care Association of OklahomaOklahoma City, OK

    To support daily operations and continue making a long-term impact for foster families statewide.

    $2,500
  36. Freedom CityOklahoma City, OK

    To support transportation costs for afterschool program.

    $2,500
  37. Friends of Chamber Music Kansas CityKansas City, MO

    To support educational initiatives, including the new young artist program.

    $2,500
  38. Girls Who Code IncNew York, NY

    To support the expansion of the afterschool girls who code in oklahoma.

    $2,500
  39. Growing TogetherTulsa, OK

    To support communities in school program.

    $2,500
  40. Hear My Cry FoundationDallas, TX

    For support programs that address the mental health of youth and strive to ensure school safety in north texas

    $2,500
  41. Henry Wrinkles FoundationParagould, AR

    To fund equipment for therapy sessions

    $2,500
  42. Longview ActLongview, TX

    To support a lobby renovation project

    $2,500
  43. Meals on Wheels of Metro Tulsa IncTulsa, OK

    For the meals on wheels home delivered meal program

    $2,500
  44. Mount Evans Hospice IncEvergreen, CO

    To support mount evans camp comfort program expansion

    $2,500
  45. Neighborhood Hope Dealers IncSuisun City, CA

    To support the life transformation program

    $2,500
  46. Norman Firehouse Art CenterNorman, OK

    To support pre-school visual arts education program

    $2,500
  47. Owasso Community Resources IncOwasso, OK

    To support the fresh market and food pantry programs with increased cost of serving clients

    $2,500
  48. Savannah Station Therapeutic Riding ProgramDenver, CO

    To support room to grow expansion

    $2,500
  49. Tails of TransformationMancos, CO

    To support horse facilitated youth and adolescent programs and to create scholarships

    $2,500
  50. The Fred Somerset Memorial Scholarship ProgramSpringfield, VA

    To support the workspace of local educators, curators, mental and physical health experts, and financial professionals.

    $2,500
  51. The Mentoring AllianceTyler, TX

    To support expansion of affordable, high-quality programs that build character, increase confidence, and motivate kids to stay in school and aim for higher education.

    $2,500
  52. The Self Research Institute IncBroken Arrow, OK

    To support the programs of self research institute.

    $2,500
  53. Western Museum of Mining & IndustryColorado SPGS, CO

    To convert unique enrichment programs into a traveling educational experience for schools in about 6 surrounding counties to serve 1500-2500 elementary, middle and high school students each year at the school sites

    $2,500
  54. A Special PurposeBroken Arrow, OK

    For general program support

    $2,000
  55. Gateway Foundation IncAledo, TX

    For educational programs to teach, uplift, and enable individuals with disabilities

    $2,000
  56. General Tommy Franks Leadership Institute and MuseumHobart, OK

    To help purchase roller shades for 66 unfiltered windows for the historic stanley building community center.

    $2,000
  57. Halo ProjectOklahoma City, OK

    To support making sense of your worth group program for children

    $2,000
  58. Mid-America Science MuseumHot Springs, AR

    To purchase supplies and develop science-to-go kits for distribution to children in garland county

    $2,000
  59. Ray of Hope Cancer FoundationDenver, CO

    To provide support for the colorado gives day campaign

    $2,000
  60. Red Dirt Relief FundTulsa, OK

    To support red dirt music events in stillwater, tulsa and oklahoma city

    $2,000
  61. Wings of Hope EquitherapyCleburne, TX

    To provide financial support for equine assisted activities for those with disabilities

    $2,000
  62. Safenet Services IncClaremore, OK

    To support serving individuals and families healing from the consequences of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking in rogers and mayes counties.

    $1,500
  63. Vera Lloyd Presbyterian Home and Family Services IncLittle Rock, AR

    To provide funding for "lulu's love in action day', an annual day of giving to celebrate our founder.

    $1,500
  64. Special Olympics Kansas IncMission, KS

    To support youth summits

    $1,000
  65. Special Olympics Oklahoma IncTulsa, OK

    To support sook with new track timing systems for area and state competitions

    $1,000

Approved for future payment

41 grants

Approved in 2024 and not yet paid.

  1. Okc Metro AllianceOklahoma City, OK

    To provide commercial kitchen equipment,furnishings,and fixtures for the new men's learning kitchen and dining room.

    $35,000
  2. Care Center - Child Abuse Response and EvaluationincOklahoma City, OK

    To support operations of child abuse victim services.

    $25,000
  3. Oklahoma State University FoundationStillwater, OK

    To help with the construction of kosu's new facility.

    $25,000
  4. The University of Oklahoma FoundationNorman, OK

    To support the ou college of international studies (cis) career fund,student marketing,and recruitment scholarships.

    $25,000
  5. Eden Village of TulsaTulsa, OK

    To support operational funds.

    $15,000
  6. Make A Wish Foundation of Oklahoma IncOklahoma City, OK

    To support the bixby kids for wish kids campaign.

    $15,000
  7. Green County Habitat for HumanityMonroe, WI

    To support the education begins with home:empowering teachers through homeownership program.

    $10,000
  8. RestoeokcOklahoma City, OK

    To provide support for the capacity building outcomes project.

    $10,000
  9. The Uncommon Ground Sculpture ParkEdmond, OK

    To support uncommon ground sculpture park in building a strong base of individual donors through a strategic matching donation initiative,for a $10,000 challenge grant.

    $10,000
  10. City Rescue MissionOklahoma City, OK

    To support our housing-focused programs,which help individuals and families move out of crisis and into lasting stability.

    $7,500
  11. Euchee Yuchi Language Project IncGlenpool, OK

    To provide support for community education classes,land-based learning,and events that will empower the next generation to carry forward the yuchi language worldwide.

    $7,500
  12. Exchange Club Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse of Oklahoma IncOklahoma City, OK

    To provide general operating and program support.

    $7,500
  13. Fine Arts Institue of EdmondEdmond, OK

    To provide support in challenging the community to raise an additional $20,000 at the 40th anniversary celebration,"kaleidoscope",which is committed to programing.

    $7,500
  14. Health Alliance for the UninsuredOklahoma City, OK

    To support the hau core programs.

    $7,500
  15. Hopehouse OkcOklahoma City, OK

    To support unifying families through the hopekids program.

    $7,500
  16. There with CareDenver, CO

    To support the food security program.

    $7,500
  17. Arts One PresentsSpringdale, AR

    To support the program,youth driven threatre.

    $5,000
  18. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma IncOklahoma City, OK

    To support one-to-one youth mentoring programs.

    $5,000
  19. Caring Hearts FoundationTulsa, OK

    To support the teen substance abuse prevention program.

    $5,000
  20. Carti Foundation IncLittle Rock, AR

    To help reduce barriers to cancer care through patient assistance program.

    $5,000
  21. City Care IncOklahoma City, OK

    To support the low-barrier night shelter.

    $5,000
  22. Cleveland Area Hospital HoldingsincCleveland, OK

    To support the program mammoglam.

    $5,000
  23. Daily Living Centers IncBethany, OK

    To support the daily living centers transportation programs.

    $5,000
  24. Girl Scouts - Western Oklahoma IncOklahoma City, OK

    Membership,uniform,and camp scholarships for girls.

    $5,000
  25. Jubilee Partners AssociationOklahoma City, OK

    To provide support for the jubilee school partnerships program.

    $5,000
  26. Lensic Performing Arts Center CorporationSanta Fe, NM

    To support the lensic performing arts center's educational outreach programs.

    $5,000
  27. Miriam School and Learning CenterSaint Louis, MO

    To support the completion of the sensory and occupational therapy garden.

    $5,000
  28. RevelDenver, CO

    To support the gear up program.

    $5,000
  29. Rose Rock Habitat for HumanityNorman, OK

    To support the capital campaign for new restore.

    $5,000
  30. Teen Recovery SolutionsOklahoma City, OK

    To support the teen recovery solutions programs.

    $5,000
  31. The Dickinson Music Enrichment CenterDickinson, TX

    To support its mission of providing free,high-quality music education to underserved youth in galveston county.

    $5,000
  32. Tulsa Children's MuseumTulsa, OK

    To support the accessible discovery program.

    $5,000
  33. Vizavanceformerly Prevent Blidness OklahomaTulsa, OK

    To support the cost of one spot vision screening camera.

    $5,000
  34. Oklahoma City Community College FoundationOklahoma City, OK

    To support oklahoma city community college's food pantry which has suffered due to increases in costs to maintain it.

    $3,000
  35. SparkwheelLawrence, KS

    To help continue the work to provide integrated student supports to the five public schools in anadarko,oklahoma.

    $3,000
  36. Anna's House FoundationEdmond, OK

    To support the mental health services program at anna's house.

    $2,500
  37. Boys & Girls Club of BartlesvilleBartlesville, OK

    To support the nutrition program at the boys & girls club of bartlesville.

    $2,500
  38. Gordon Parks Elementary SchoolKansas City, MO

    To support project-based learning in the arts for kansas city's children.

    $2,500
  39. Phamaly Theatre CompanyDenver, CO

    To support phamaly's 2025 production of the 25th annual putnam county spelling bee,exclusively featuring performers with disabilities and targeting young audiences.

    $2,500
  40. Sustainable Journalism FoundationOklahoma City, OK

    To support local,independant,nonprofit journalism with news ambassadors and rural outreach program.

    $2,500
  41. Texas Diaper BankSan Antonio, TX

    To support the essentials to your door program at the texas diaper bank

    $2,500

Where the money goes

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

  1. Human services16 grants $44,65027% of the total
  2. Arts and culture9 grants $44,50027% of the total
  3. Education6 grants $27,50017% of the total
  4. Philanthropy and grantmaking5 grants $15,0009% of the total
  5. Mental health3 grants $10,0006% of the total
  6. Sports and recreation3 grants $5,0003% of the total
  7. 6 other causes7 grants $17,00010% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Oklahoma28 grants $103,190
  2. Colorado10 grants $27,000
  3. Texas8 grants $22,000
  4. Arkansas7 grants $21,500
  5. Missouri5 grants $13,000
  6. Connecticut1 grant $5,000
  7. District of Columbia1 grant $4,000
  8. New Mexico1 grant $2,600
  9. California1 grant $2,500
  10. New York1 grant $2,500

Officers, directors and trustees

8 people as filed

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

  • Laura KerrPRESIDENT(BEGINNING 03/20/2024) Hours 40Pay $167,623
  • Steven S KerrCFO Hours 40Pay $174,124
  • Jackson OgleTRUSTEE Hours 2Pay $4,500
  • James KerrTRUSTEE Hours 2Pay $4,207
  • Wilson KerrTRUSTEE Hours 2Pay $7,500
  • Taylor DillardTRUSTEE Hours 2Pay $8,000
  • Cody KerrTRUSTEE Hours 2Pay $17,600
  • Lou KerrPRESIDENT(DECEASED 03/20/2024) Hours 2Pay $45,176

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