The Centene Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation based in Saint Louis, Missouri, established in September 2004. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the foundation serves as the charitable arm of Centene Corporation, investing in initiatives that improve quality of life and health in communities where the company operates. The foundation focuses on partnerships with local organizations that understand their communities and works to advance inclusion, whole-person approaches, and community development.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$221.1M
-8.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$29.8M
-14.3% YoY
Grant Count
126
-32.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$236K
+26.6% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Centene Foundation reported a distributable amount of $12.8M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Centene's mission is to transform the health of the communities it serves, one person at a time. The Centene Foundation pursues this mission through partnerships and philanthropy efforts that invest in initiatives with holistic approaches to dismantling barriers to health.
Areas of Focus:
- Healthcare
- Social Services
- Education
The foundation demonstrates a commitment to serving those who rely on government-sponsored health care and to addressing drivers of health and health equity.
Grantmaking
The foundation does not respond to unsolicited applications for funding. Grant types include program funding and operating funds.
Average Grant
amount: $186,700
Grant Types
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation provides support geographically where Centene has operations. Primary focus areas include Missouri, Texas, and California. Recent featured partnerships demonstrate activity in North Carolina and Texas.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of May 2024:
- Total Assets: $221,084,856
- Total Revenue: $7,724,853–$7,925,115
- Total Expenses: $30,340,305
- Total Giving: $29,773,155–$34.7 million
Organization Status:
- Tax-exempt since September 2004
- EIN: 20-1298192
- Number of employees: 0
- Ranked 3,357 among U.S. foundations by assets
- Ranked 99 among Mississippi foundations by assets
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $221,084,856 | $241,700,308 | $259,102,242 |
| Revenue | $7,724,853 | $16,994,377 | $5,821,965 |
| Expenses | $30,340,305 | $35,232,457 | $29,028,026 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $29,993,303 | $34,880,042 | $28,844,348 |
| Net Investment Income | $6,727,395 | $6,220,848 | $5,300,018 |
| Distributable Amount | $12,802,036 | $11,164,941 | $13,124,583 |
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
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Centene Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Community Health Development Inc ($1,750,000), Community Health Development Inc ($1,150,000), Georgia Southern University ($1,000,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 100 Black Men of Metropolitan St Louis St Louis, MO | 40th Anniversary DayLa | $535 |
| 100 Black Men of Metropolitan St Louis St Louis, MO | 40th Anniversary DayLa | $4,465 |
| AEROANGEL INCORPORATED DENVER, CO | Contribution | $18,500 |
| Alternatives For Girls Detroit, MI | Dr. Maya Angelou Village -Permanent Supportive Hou | $333,334 |
| Alternatives For Girls Detroit, MI | Dr. Maya Angelou Village -Permanent Supportive Hou | $333,333 |
| American Heart Association Dallas, TX | New Mom Kits Survivor Campaign | $23,620 |
| AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION Chicago, IL | Evening of Promise | $2,870 |
| AMERICAN ONLINE GIVING FOUNDATION INC Newark, DE | Benevity - Spark - Float Fund Payment | $100,000 |
| AMERICAN ONLINE GIVING FOUNDATION INC Newark, DE | Benevity - Spark - Float Fund Payment | $200,000 |
| Arch Grants St Louis, MO | NeXus Gala | $9,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Sarah M London – Chairman/Director
- Keith H Williamson – Director/President
- Andrew L Asher – Director/Treasurer
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDREW L ASHER | Director/Treasurer | 1 | — |
| KEITH H WILLIAMSON | Director/President | 1 | — |
| SARAH M LONDON | Chairman/Director | 1 | — |
| CHRISTOPHER A KOSTER | Secretary/Director | 1 | — |
| KENNETH J FASOLA | Director/Vice Chairman | 1 | — |
Recent Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has announced and supported several major initiatives:
**Carolina Complete Health Partnership:** Investment in a major affordable housing initiative in Northeast Winston-Salem in partnership with McCormack Baron Salazar
**Uvalde Community Health Center:** Support for a new healing and wellness facility
**School Inclusion and Social Isolation:** Initiatives fostering inclusive environments at schools and addressing social isolation
**Family Justice Center:** Investment with WellCare of North Carolina in a new Family Justice Center to advance community health
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Centene Foundation fund?
**Mission:** Centene's mission is to transform the health of the communities it serves, one person at a time. The Centene Foundation pursues this mission through partnerships and philanthropy efforts that invest in initiatives with holistic approaches to dismantling barriers to health. **Areas of Focus:** • Healthcare • Social Services • Education The foundation demonstrates a commitment to serving those who rely on government-sponsored health care and to addressing drivers of health and health…
How do I apply for a grant from Centene Foundation?
The foundation does not respond to unsolicited applications for funding. Grant types include program funding and operating funds. **Grant Activity:** • Total giving: $29.7–$30.3 million (2024) • Average grant amount: $186,700 • Median grant amount: $22,100 • Typical award range: $128–$8,840,000 • Number of grants: 186 (recent reporting period) **Recent Notable Grants (2024):** • Mayo Clinic: $4,420,000 (Partnership to Transform Pancreatic Cancer Care) • Community Health Development (CHDI): $1,7…
Where does Centene Foundation make grants?
The foundation provides support geographically where Centene has operations. Primary focus areas include Missouri, Texas, and California. Recent featured partnerships demonstrate activity in North Carolina and Texas.
What size grants does Centene Foundation award?
In 2024, Centene Foundation awarded 126 grants totaling $29.8M — an average of about $236K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Centene Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Centene Foundation reported a distributable amount of $12.8M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Centene Foundation's EIN?
Centene Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-1298192. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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