Central Kentucky Community Foundation (CKCF) is a 501(c)(3) public charity and community foundation established in 1960, headquartered in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. The organization serves as the philanthropic focal point in Central Kentucky, uniting people, ideas, and resources to strengthen the region through inspired philanthropy and outstanding stewardship.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$41.6M
+15.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.0M
-17.1% YoY
Grant Count
43
+19.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$24K
-30.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Central Kentucky Community Foundation is the philanthropic focal point in the region, serving as a resource, leader and catalyst to people who wish to improve life in their community.
Core Focus Areas:
- Education
- Health
- Youth development
- Community development and opportunity
The foundation operates as a philanthropic connector for donors in the Central Kentucky region and distributes contributions and grants to governmental and 501(c)(3) organizations. CKCF also provides scholarships to area colleges and universities and undertakes community and educational outreach initiatives.
Grantmaking
CKCF manages over 200 funds created by donors in the region. The foundation offers seven fund types to meet specific donor, nonprofit, and community philanthropic needs.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
CKCF serves a 9-county region in Central Kentucky, with primary operations based in Hardin County.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2024:
- Total Revenue: $4,742,312
- Total Expenses: $2,313,403
- Net Income: $2,428,909
- Net Assets: $39,211,070
Revenue Composition (2024):
- Contributions: $3,411,522 (71.9%)
- Investment Income: $925,843 (19.5%)
- Sales of Assets: $381,217 (8.0%)
- Other: $23,730 (0.5%)
Staff: 6 employees
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $41,636,784 | $36,054,935 | $30,975,402 |
| Revenue | $4,742,312 | $4,807,716 | $2,653,552 |
| Expenses | $2,313,403 | $2,632,063 | $1,804,686 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $1,307,060 | $1,419,664 | $440,173 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
157 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
16 open opportunities from Central Kentucky Community
Bishop Charitable Fund Grant
CENTRAL KENTUCKY COMMUNITY
Amount
Up to US $10,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Central Kentucky Cares Fund
CENTRAL KENTUCKY COMMUNITY
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Central Kentucky Community Foundation Grant
CENTRAL KENTUCKY COMMUNITY
Amount
Up to US $10,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Larue County Board of Education ($150,000), Legacy Mission International ($97,500), First Christian Church ($60,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ANIMAL RESCUE KARE - ARK MUNFORDVILLE, KY | ANIMAL WELFARE | $7,000 |
| BAPTIST HEALTH HARDIN FOUNDATION ELIZABETHTOWN, KY | HEALTH AND WELLNESS | $11,500 |
| BRANDENBURG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH BRANDENBURG, KY | RELIGIOUS SUPPORT | $40,000 |
| CASA OF THE HEARTLAND ELIZABETHTOWN, KY | HUMAN SERVICES | $25,844 |
| CENTRAL KENTUCKY COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL INC LEBANON, KY | HUMAN SERVICES | $12,000 |
| CENTRAL VALLEY FEED THE HOMELESS ELIZABETHTOWN, KY | HUMAN SERVICES | $10,000 |
| CITY OF ELIZABETHTOWN (ELIZABETHTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT) ELIZABETHTOWN, KY | COMMUNITY SAFETY | $10,459 |
| COMMUNICARE INC ELIZABETHTOWN, KY | HUMAN SERVICES | $5,144 |
| COMMUNITY HEALTH CLINIC ELIZABETHTOWN, KY | HEALTH AND WELLNESS | $11,186 |
| DOMINGUEZ RANCHO ADOBE MUSEUM RANCHO DOMINGUEZ, CA | ARTS & CULTURE | $40,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Davette B. Swiney — President & CEO
- Dr. Jeffrey Richardson — Chair
- Lindsey Alicna — Vice-Chair
- Dr. Jody Prather — Secretary/Treasurer
The organization has a board of directors including: Tehmina Haider, Cliff Fowler, Matt Hess, Michael B. Coyle, Tommy Turner, Jamie Sizemore, D Dee Shaw, Kevin Ryan, Terry Patterson, Chris Carter, and Teri Bennett.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LINDSEY ALICNA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MATT HESS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CHRIS CARTER | VICE CHAIR/TREASURER | 2 | — |
| ANN CARNES DOUGLAS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DUSTIN HUMPHREY | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
| BETH LOCHMILLER | CHAIR | 2 | — |
| JOHN BEAVIN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HEIDI PATTERSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SARAH HITE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| EMMET HOLLEY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TEHMINA HAIDER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAKSHA MEHTA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DREW BALLARD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| WHITNEY CHOATE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| EARL WRIGHT | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CLIFF FOWLER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JANNA CLARK | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JAKE DARABOS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TOM HUSTEAD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAVETTE SWINEY | PRESIDENT/CEO | 40 | $164,769 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**May 2024:** CKCF hosted an Endow Kentucky Tax Credit Luncheon highlighting the 20% state income tax credit available for endowment gifts
**June 2024:** Celebration of KY Gives Day success, raising nearly $194,000 locally
**March 2024:** CKCF highlighted Heels Together's PinkDot Project, a collaborative effort focused on strengthening community support for period poverty initiatives
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Central Kentucky Community fund?
**Mission:** Central Kentucky Community Foundation is the philanthropic focal point in the region, serving as a resource, leader and catalyst to people who wish to improve life in their community. **Core Focus Areas:** • Education • Health • Youth development • Community development and opportunity The foundation operates as a philanthropic connector for donors in the Central Kentucky region and distributes contributions and grants to governmental and 501(c)(3) organizations. CKCF also provides…
How do I apply for a grant from Central Kentucky Community?
CKCF manages over 200 funds created by donors in the region. The foundation offers seven fund types to meet specific donor, nonprofit, and community philanthropic needs. **Recent Grant Activity:** • CKCF's Granted program awarded a record $185,908 to nonprofits in a recent funding cycle • KY Gives Day raised nearly $194,000 locally for the foundation **Scholarship Programs:** Through Scholarship Central, CKCF's scholarship portal, over 150 scholarships support educational opportunities for loca…
Where does Central Kentucky Community make grants?
CKCF serves a 9-county region in Central Kentucky, with primary operations based in Hardin County.
What size grants does Central Kentucky Community award?
In 2024, Central Kentucky Community awarded 43 grants totaling $1.0M — an average of about $24K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Central Kentucky Community's EIN?
Central Kentucky Community's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 61-6035002. 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 June 2026.
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