Commonwealth Causes Inc
Commonwealth Causes Inc is a public charity based in Lexington, Kentucky. It raises funds for Kentucky-based charities through raffles and says it works to increase awareness of local charitable organizations and inspire donations to them.
Commonwealth Causes Inc at a glance
In short: Commonwealth Causes Inc gave $123K across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $11K). Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $123,336
- +647.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- +450.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $11,212
- +35.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $183,433
- +302.0% vs 2023
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Commonwealth Causes Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 1485, Lexington, KY 40588
Phone: (859) 233-4146
Website: https://commonwealthcauses.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Commonwealth Causes Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Replensih Foundation - Generosity Feeds Lexington ($27K). Together the top 10 received $116K.
Grant Size Distribution
13 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 13 grants of 13 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization describes its work as supporting Kentucky-based charities and communities across Kentucky.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $17K (2023) to $123K (2024). In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $123K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Replensih Foundation - Generosity Feeds Lexington | To Further Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $26,936 |
| Lighthouse Ministries | To Further Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $13,595 |
| Bluegrass Boys Ranch | To Further Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Clark Family Charity | To Further Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Commonwealth Fund for Ket Inc | To Further Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Mark Stoops Family Foundation | To Further Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Papal Missionary of Mercy | To Further Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Woodford County Athletics | To Further Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Kerrington's Heart | To Further Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $8,025 |
| Birds Nest Athletics | To Further Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $7,500 |
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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 | $183,433 | $506,057 | $368,251 | $123,336 | 11 | $4,728 |
| 2023 | $45,627 | $101,550 | $80,939 | $16,500 | 2 | $202 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization states that its mission is to enhance the lives of Kentuckians by raising awareness about helping people in need and inspiring donations to local charities. Its website describes support for charitable organizations through fundraising activities, including raffles. The website lists organizations in its “Our Charities” section, among them children’s, food-security, and community organizations; those categories are also consistent with the areas the organization names on its About Us page.
Grantmaking
In 2024, Commonwealth Causes reported 11 grants totaling $123,336. Grant amounts ranged from $7,280 to $26,936, with a median of $10,000. Each grant’s stated purpose was “to further exempt purpose of the organization.”
Recipients and amounts included Replensih Foundation – Generosity Feeds Lexington ($26,936), Lighthouse Ministries ($13,595), Bluegrass Boys Ranch ($10,000), Clark Family Charity ($10,000), Commonwealth Fund for KET Inc ($10,000), Mark Stoops Family Foundation ($10,000), Papal Missionary of Mercy ($10,000), Woodford County Athletics ($10,000), Kerrington’s Heart ($8,025), Birds Nest Athletics ($7,500), and Lexington Christian Academy ($7,280).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Eric Rutledge as president, Je Stephen Horn as treasurer, Nicholas Ratliff as vice president, and Kristy Boggs as secretary.
Commonwealth Causes Inc is led by Eric Rutledge, President on every filing since 2023; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Eric Rutledge
President
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Je Stephen Horn
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kristy Boggs
Secretary
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nicholas Ratliff
Vice President
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "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 Commonwealth Causes Inc
How much does Commonwealth Causes Inc give each year?
Commonwealth Causes Inc gave $123K across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $17K across 2 grants.
What is Commonwealth Causes Inc's typical grant size?
Commonwealth Causes Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $11,212, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are Commonwealth Causes Inc's largest grantees?
Commonwealth Causes Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Replensih Foundation - Generosity Feeds Lexington ($26,936), Lighthouse Ministries ($13,595) and Bluegrass Boys Ranch ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Commonwealth Causes Inc?
Commonwealth Causes Inc reported $183K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $506K.
What does Commonwealth Causes Inc fund?
The organization states that its mission is to enhance the lives of Kentuckians by raising awareness about helping people in need and inspiring donations to local charities. Its website describes support for charitable organizations through fundraising activities, including raffles. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Commonwealth Causes Inc?
Commonwealth Causes Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check commonwealthcauses.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
Where does Commonwealth Causes Inc make grants?
The organization describes its work as supporting Kentucky-based charities and communities across Kentucky.
What is Commonwealth Causes Inc's EIN?
Commonwealth Causes Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-3894854. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 13, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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