Association of Community Ministries Inc
Association of Community Ministries (ACM) is a Louisville, Kentucky-based public charity that brings together 13 neighborhood Community Ministries serving residents across Metro Louisville. It primarily secures funds and distributes them to member organizations that provide direct emergency assistance and other services.
Association of Community Ministries Inc at a glance
In short: Association of Community Ministries Inc gave $1.3M across 13 grants in 2024 (avg $98K), mostly in Kentucky. 8% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,273,316
- +17.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 13
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $97,947
- +17.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $103,050
- Total assets
- $386,422
- +1.9% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 8% first-time grantees (1 of 13, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Kentucky (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Association of Community Ministries Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 99545, Louisville, KY 40269
Phone: (502) 267-1055
Website: https://louisvilleministries.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Association of Community Ministries Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Jeffersontown Area Ministries ($119K). Together the top 10 received $1.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
65 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 25 grants of 65 (38%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
ACM says its 13 member ministries serve neighborhoods throughout Metro Louisville. All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in Kentucky.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Association of Community Ministries Inc open to new grantees?
8%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 1 of 13 grantees (8%) were first-time recipients. With only 13 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $117K; repeat grants $96K. How we count
Medians: $117K first-time, $102K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.1M (2023) to $5.8M (2021). In 2024 it made 13 grants totaling $1.3M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jeffersontown Area Ministries Louisville, KY | — | $119,423 |
| East Area Community Ministries Louisville, KY | — | $117,595 |
| Fern Creekhigh View United Min Louisville, KY | — | $116,973 |
| South Louisville Community Min Louisville, KY | — | $114,994 |
| Shively Area Ministries Louisville, KY | — | $112,045 |
| West Louisville Comm Min Louisville, KY | — | $103,595 |
| Sister Visitor Louisville, KY | — | $103,050 |
| Ministries United South Central Lou Louisville, KY | — | $100,140 |
| Central Louisville Community Min Louisville, KY | — | $96,973 |
| Southwest Community Ministries Louisville, KY | — | $92,263 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $386,422 | $1,387,305 | $1,380,057 | $1,273,316 | 13 | $17,882 |
| 2023 | $379,174 | $1,242,895 | $1,148,911 | $1,083,597 | 13 | $7,493 |
| 2022 | $285,189 | $1,660,347 | $1,820,655 | $1,764,628 | 13 | $27 |
| 2021 | $445,495 | $6,215,911 | $6,734,341 | $5,836,729 | 13 | $65 |
| 2020 | $972,975 | $5,595,382 | $4,905,182 | $4,839,034 | 13 | $44 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
ACM’s stated mission is to bring 13 Louisville-based Community Ministries together to serve residents at the neighborhood level and provide emergency assistance to neighbors in crisis. Its 2024 filing says ACM primarily secures funds and distributes them to member organizations that deliver direct services.
The member organizations ACM supports include neighborhood ministries addressing local needs. For example, Jeffersontown Area Ministries says it fosters relationships among area faith communities so they can share resources and coordinate ministries; Eastern Area Community Ministries says it provides emergency and supportive services to eligible people in its area; and Fern Creek Highview United says it assists low-income and elderly people in its area. Shively Area Ministries describes its work as uniting the community to serve people in poverty and crisis.
ACM’s website describes member services that include emergency food, rent and utility assistance, household and infant supplies, seasonal programs, and, at some ministries, Meals on Wheels and other community programs. Availability and programs vary by ministry.
Grantmaking
In 2024, ACM reported 13 grants totaling $1,273,316. Grants ranged from $60,620 to $119,423, with a median grant of $103,050. Among the largest reported grants were $119,423 to Jeffersontown Area Ministries, $117,595 to Eastern Area Community Ministries, $116,973 to Fern Creek/Highview United Ministries, $114,994 to South Louisville Community Ministries, and $112,045 to Shively Area Ministries.
ACM’s website directs people seeking assistance to contact their local Community Ministry because programs and budgets differ. It does not provide a process for outside organizations to apply for grants.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Linette Lowe as president, Sarah Langmeyer as secretary, Troy Burden as vice president, and Marlon Cummings as treasurer. Directors listed are Renee Bryant, Mark Howell, Clare Wallace, Carrie Gerard, Suzanne Baker, and Mark Shircliffe.
Association of Community Ministries Inc is led by Linette Lowe, President since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 14 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Linette Lowe
President
Director → President, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Carrie Gerard
Director
Secretary → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Charles Turner Jr.
Director
President → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Clare Rutz Wallace
Director
Vice President → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gina Hellems
Director
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Julie Abbott
Director
Director → Vice Chair, 2021
Vice Chair → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mark Howell
Director
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Renee Bryant
Director
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Suzanne Baker
Director
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mark Shircliffe
Director
New on the 2024 filing
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paris Slapikas
Director
New on the 2024 filing
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marlon Cummings
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Troy Burden
Vice President
Director → Chair, 2021
Chair → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sarah Langmeyer
Secretary
New on the 2024 filing
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Ron Loughry (2021–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Darko Mihaylovich (2020) — Director
- Former: Gary Copeland (2020) — Director
- Former: Sarah Gaither (2020) — Deputy Treasurer
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.
Frequently asked questions about Association of Community Ministries Inc
How much does Association of Community Ministries Inc give each year?
Association of Community Ministries Inc gave $1.3M across 13 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.1M across 13 grants.
What is Association of Community Ministries Inc's typical grant size?
Association of Community Ministries Inc's median grant in 2024 was $103,050, and its average grant was $97,947, across 13 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Association of Community Ministries Inc that year got $117K on average.
Where does Association of Community Ministries Inc give grants?
Association of Community Ministries Inc gives mostly in Kentucky: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Louisville, KY (13 grants).
Who are Association of Community Ministries Inc's largest grantees?
Association of Community Ministries Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Jeffersontown Area Ministries ($119,423), East Area Community Ministries ($117,595) and Fern Creekhigh View United Min ($116,973), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 28% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Association of Community Ministries Inc?
Association of Community Ministries Inc reported $386K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.4M.
What does Association of Community Ministries Inc fund?
ACM’s stated mission is to bring 13 Louisville-based Community Ministries together to serve residents at the neighborhood level and provide emergency assistance to neighbors in crisis. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Association of Community Ministries Inc?
Association of Community Ministries Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check louisvilleministries.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Association of Community Ministries Inc's EIN?
Association of Community Ministries Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 61-1361750. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 21, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS August 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 1, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS July 7, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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