Access Ventures Inc
Access Ventures Inc is a private foundation based in Louisville, Kentucky. It describes its work as using blended finance and a “one-pocket” approach to align financial choices with its mission of human flourishing and improving access.
Key facts about Access Ventures Inc
In short: Access Ventures Inc gave $2.3M across 23 grants in 2024 (avg $98K), top state Kentucky. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- EIN
- 46-3061287
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,252,198
- Grants made (2024)
- 23
- Average grant
- $97,922
- Median grant
- $18,500
- Primary geography
- Kentucky (39% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests; it states that contributions go only to preselected charitable organizations. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990 filing · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$2.3M
+99.7% YoY
Grant Count
23
-4.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$98K
+108.4% YoY
How Access Ventures Inc gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Mission & Focus Areas
Access Ventures states that its mission is to improve access for everyone and to demonstrate that financial return and social impact can coexist. Its focus includes equitable community development, support for early-stage solutions to social challenges, and alternative financial structures intended to expand capital access for underserved individuals, entrepreneurs, and communities. Its stated community-development work includes areas such as housing, foster care, and economic mobility.
The 2024 grants included organizations with varied missions. ACE Project Inc, which received $115,500, says it works to transform the lives of underserved children and families affected by gun violence and trauma. Henry Street Settlement, which received $175,000, says it provides social services, arts, and health care programs for Lower East Side residents and other New Yorkers. Galilee Community Development Corp, which received $29,000, says it provides and restores affordable housing for low- to moderate-income residents in the Concho Valley.
Grantmaking
In 2024, Access Ventures reported 23 grants totaling $2,252,198. Grant amounts ranged from $602 to $829,298, with a median of $18,500. Its largest reported grants included $829,298 to Yulbang USA, $623,901 to Galilee Baptist Church, $175,000 to Henry Street Settlement, $163,213 to M1 Institute Leadership Experience, and $115,500 to ACE Project Inc. The listed purposes for these grants were general funds.
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Access Ventures Inc
Reconstruct Challenge: Thriving Youth
Access Ventures Inc
Amount
Portion of $1,000,000 total fund
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Render Capital Early-Stage Investments Program
Access Ventures Inc
Amount
Up to $250,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Render Competition
Access Ventures Inc
Amount
$100,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grants were concentrated in Kentucky and Illinois, which accounted for 39% and 37% of grant dollars, respectively. Other leading recipient states were New York (8%), Arizona (7%), and Colorado (3%). The Render Capital programs described by Access Ventures serve entrepreneurs in Louisville and Southern Indiana.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 23 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
82 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YULBANG USA Buffalo Grove, IL | GENERAL FUNDS | $829,298 |
| GALILEE BAPTIST CHURCH Louisville, KY | GENERAL FUNDS | $623,901 |
| HENRY STREET SETTLEMENT New York, NY | GENERAL FUNDS | $175,000 |
| M1 INSTITUTE LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE Phoenix, AZ | GENERAL FUNDS | $163,213 |
| ACE PROJECT INC Louisville, KY | GENERAL FUNDS | $115,500 |
| ESTHER INTERNATIONAL INC Denver, CO | GENERAL FUNDS | $60,024 |
| ACCESS JUSTICE Louisville, KY | GENERAL FUNDS | $60,000 |
| NATIONAL CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION - LOCKWOOD HOLMES Alpharetta, GA | GENERAL FUNDS | $49,478 |
| PUSEY HOUSE CIO | GENERAL FUNDS | $45,544 |
| GALILEE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP Louisville, KY | GENERAL FUNDS | $29,000 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Grant total | Grant count |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,252,198 | 23 |
| 2023 | $1,127,928 | 24 |
| 2022 | $1,255,706 | 19 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | — | — |
| Revenue | — | — | — |
| Expenses | — | — | — |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Bryce Butler as president; Grace Chung, Tanner Luster, and Toby Kurth as directors; Brendon Maxwell as secretary; and Josh Allen as treasurer. Access Ventures identifies Bryce Butler as its founder.
Access Ventures Inc is led by Bryce Butler, President on every filing since 2020; 1 of 6 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Bryce Butler
President
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$147K (2020) → $448K (2024)
Grace Chung
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tanner Luster
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Toby Kurth
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brendon Maxwell
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Josh Allen
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Terry Gill (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Josh Albertson (2020–2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Mike Hynes (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Brian Mackay (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 4572, Louisville, KY 40204
Phone: (502) 287-8685
Website: https://accessventures.org
Frequently asked questions about Access Ventures Inc
How much does Access Ventures Inc give each year?
Access Ventures Inc gave $2.3M across 23 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. In 2023 it gave $1.1M across 24 grants.
What is Access Ventures Inc's typical grant size?
Access Ventures Inc's median grant in 2024 was $18,500, and its average grant was $97,922, across 23 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
Where does Access Ventures Inc give grants?
Access Ventures Inc's top state is Kentucky, with 39% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. The next largest states were Illinois (37%) and New York (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Louisville, KY (7 grants) and San Diego, CA (3 grants).
Does Access Ventures Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Access Ventures Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (23 of 23) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
Who are Access Ventures Inc's largest grantees?
Access Ventures Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Yulbang USA ($829,298), Galilee Baptist Church ($623,901) and Henry Street Settlement ($175,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Together they received 72% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
What does Access Ventures Inc fund?
Access Ventures states that its mission is to improve access for everyone and to demonstrate that financial return and social impact can coexist. Its focus includes equitable community development, support for early-stage solutions to social challenges, and alternative financial structures intended to expand capital access for underserved individuals, entrepreneurs, and communities. Its stated community-development work includes areas such as housing, foster care, and economic mobility. The 202…
How do I apply for a grant from Access Ventures Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests; it states that contributions go only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Access Ventures Inc's EIN?
Access Ventures Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-3061287. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Access Ventures Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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