Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc

Public charity · Grantmaker Ponca City, OK EIN: 73-1520034

Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc is a public charity based in Ponca City, Oklahoma. Formed in 1997, it states that it works to improve access to medical services and programs for people in the Kay County regional area by assisting medical care providers.

Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc at a glance

In short: Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc gave $155K across 12 grants in 2025 (avg $13K), mostly in Oklahoma. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.

Annual giving (2025)
$155,050
-6.5% vs 2024
Grants made (2025)
12
Average grant
$12,921
Median grant
$10,600
Total assets
$4,285,504
+3.1% vs 2024
Primary geography
Oklahoma (98% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
Latest 990 filing
Form 990, 2025 View filing

Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.

How to apply to Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc

Contact

Mailing address: PO Box 828, Ponca City, OK 74602-0828

Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.

Who Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc funds

How this funder distributes its grants

Top Recipients

Top 10 recipients in 2025

Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma: $30KRegional Food Bank of Oklahoma$30KNew Emergency Resource Agency: $30KNew Emergency Resource Agency$30KRSVP: $18KRSVP$18KNorthern Oklahoma Youth Services: $18KNorthern Oklahoma YouthServices$18KSurvivor Resource Network: $18KSurvivor Resource Network$18KHospice of North Central Oklahoma: $14KHospice of North CentralOklahoma$14KInfant Crisis Services: $8KInfant Crisis Services$8KBlackwell Middle School: $7KBlackwell Middle School$7KDearing House Child Advocacy Center: $5KDearing House Child AdvocacyCenter$5KCASA for Kids Kay County: $4KCASA for Kids Kay County$4K

The largest 2025 recipient was Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma ($30K). Together the top 10 received $150K.

Grant Size Distribution

12 grants across all recorded years

12<$50K$50–100K$100–250K$250–500K$500K–1M$1–5M$5M+

The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 12 (100%).

Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

The foundation’s stated mission refers to the Kay County regional area, and its scholarship description says recipients will practice in Kay County and the surrounding area after graduation. In 2025, 98% of grant dollars went to recipients in Oklahoma and 2% to recipients in Texas.

Grant Distribution by State

2states

Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.

Cities

Ponca CityOklahoma CityBlackwellHouston

Giving History

Giving Over Time

Total grant dollars and number of grants per year

$0$50K$100K$150K$200K0 grants2019 0 grants2020 0 grants2021 0 grants2022 Total only2023 Total only2024 12 grants2025

From 2023 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $155K (2025) to $173K (2023). In 2025 it made 12 grants totaling $155K.

Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.

Grants by year

Grant recipients and amounts by year

RecipientPurposeAmount
Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma Oklahoma City, OK—$30,000
New Emergency Resource Agency Ponca City, OK—$30,000
RSVP Ponca City, OK—$18,450
Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Ponca City, OK—$17,600
Survivor Resource Network Ponca City, OK—$17,500
Hospice of North Central Oklahoma Ponca City, OK—$13,500
Infant Crisis Services Oklahoma City, OK—$7,700
Blackwell Middle School Blackwell, OK—$6,500
Dearing House Child Advocacy Center Ponca City, OK—$5,300
CASA for Kids Kay County Houston, TX—$3,500
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Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

Figures from IRS filings, by filing year
Filing yearTotal AssetsRevenueExpensesGrants paidGrantsNet Investment Income
2025$4,285,504$247,537$274,714$155,05012$187,025
2024$4,157,502$98,196$260,910$165,898Total only$54,969
2023$3,659,022$71,702$262,528$173,118Total only$13,565
2022$3,500,003$363,138$272,733——$307,361
2021$4,491,748$755,992$212,868——$713,906
2020$3,953,454$284,506$259,165——$236,515
2019$3,922,631$168,249$193,780——$142,971

"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

The foundation’s stated mission is “to enable the citizens of the Kay County regional area to have better access to medical services and programs by assisting various medical care providers.” Its filing describes scholarships for high school, trade school, and college students who plan to practice in Kay County and the surrounding area after graduation. It also describes support for health seminars, nutrition and wellness programs, and programs and facilities intended to improve local lifestyle choices.

Its 2025 grants show support for organizations working in food assistance, emergency resources, survivor support, hospice care, youth services, and other areas. For example, the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma says its mission is to lead a network providing nutritious food and pathways to self-sufficiency for people facing hunger. New Emergency Resource Agency says it provides food and resources to individuals and families in north central Oklahoma to improve health and well-being. Survivor Resource Network says it works to empower individuals, educate the community, and advocate for justice to end domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. Hospice of North Central Oklahoma says it provides end-of-life care at no expense to patients and supports families and others experiencing grief. Infant Crisis Services says it provides formula, food, and diapers to babies and toddlers in crisis.

Grantmaking

In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 12 grants totaling $155,050. Grant amounts ranged from $2,500 to $30,000, with a median of $10,600. The largest awards were $30,000 each to Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma and New Emergency Resource Agency; $18,450 to RSVP; $17,600 to Northern Oklahoma Youth Services; and $17,500 to Survivor Resource Network. Other grants included $13,500 to Hospice of North Central Oklahoma and $7,700 to Infant Crisis Services.

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

The 2025 filing lists Kelli Northcutt and Derion Schieber as executive directors; Allison Miller as chairperson; Meredith Shepard as vice chairperson; Kevin Florer as treasurer; and Apryl Moore as secretary. It also lists Jeff MacKinnon, Dr. Aaron Buchanan, Jennifer Dye, and Melani Cassady as board members.

Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc is led by Kelli Northcutt, Executive Director since 2023 (on filings since 2019); 2 of 17 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.

Officers on the 2025 filing

  • Kelli Northcutt

    Executive Director

    Executive Di → Executive Director, 2023

    On filings since 2019

    40 hrs/week

    $36K (2023) → $34K (2025)

  • Derion Schieber

    Executive Director

    New on the 2025 filing

    40 hrs/week

    $6K (2025)

  • Allison Miller

    Chairperson

    Vice Chairperson → Chairperson, 2025

    On filings since 2024

    No compensation reported

  • JEFF MacKINNON

    Board Member

    Director → Board Member, 2023

    On filings since 2021

    No compensation reported

  • Jennifer Dye

    Board Member

    Director → Board Member, 2023

    On filings since 2021

    No compensation reported

  • Aaron Buchanan

    Board Member

    On filings since 2023

    No compensation reported

  • Melani Cassady

    Board Member

    On filings since 2023

    No compensation reported

  • Apryl Moore

    Secretary

    Board Member → Secretary, 2025

    On filings since 2024

    No compensation reported

  • Kailye Anderson

    Board Member

    On filings since 2024

    No compensation reported

  • Kerri Bowman

    Board Member

    On filings since 2024

    No compensation reported

  • Kevin Florer

    Treasurer

    Board Member → Treasurer, 2025

    On filings since 2024

    No compensation reported

  • Kurt Church

    Board Member

    On filings since 2024

    No compensation reported

  • Molly Kyler

    Board Member

    On filings since 2024

    No compensation reported

  • Ali Morris

    Board Member

    New on the 2025 filing

    No compensation reported

  • Meredith Shepard

    Vice Chairperson

    New on the 2025 filing

    No compensation reported

  • Sarah Coufal

    Board Member

    New on the 2025 filing

    No compensation reported

  • Sarah Martin

    Board Member

    New on the 2025 filing

    No compensation reported

Former officers (22)
  • Former: Amy Wilcox (2019–2024) — Secretary
  • Former: Craig Poet (2019–2024) — Treasurer
  • Former: Stephanie Austin (2020–2024) — Chairperson
  • Former: Meredith Shepherd (2024) — Board Member
  • Former: Jamie Sinton (2019–2023) — Chairperson
  • Former: Shane Blaes (2019–2023) — Board Member
  • Former: Sue Lunsford (2019–2023) — Board Member
  • Former: Kelly Campbell (2020–2023) — Secretary
  • Former: Curt Wilson (2021–2023) — Board Member
  • Former: Allison Milller LPC (2023) — Board Member
  • Former: Lori Shepherd (2023) — Board Member
  • Former: Betsy Carter (2019–2022) — Director
  • Former: Carla O'Neil (2019–2022) — Director
  • Former: Judy Eckholt (2019–2022) — Director
  • Former: Aaron Buchannon (2021–2022) — Director
  • Former: Shannon Smykil (2021–2022) — Director
  • Former: Dana Pulley (2019–2020) — Director
  • Former: Erin Liberton (2019–2020) — Treasurer
  • Former: Jeanne Stara (2019–2020) — Vice Chair
  • Former: Jeremy Owen (2019–2020) — Director
  • Former: Rick McCumber (2019–2020) — Chair
  • Former: Jeromy Owen (2019) — Director

Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.

Compensation Overview

From 2025 IRS filing

Kelli Northcutt — Executive Director: $34KKelli NorthcuttExecutive Director$34KDerion Schieber — Executive Director: $6KDerion SchieberExecutive Director$6K

The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $34K, to Kelli Northcutt (Executive Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.

Frequently asked questions about Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc

How much does Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc give each year?

Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc gave $155K across 12 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it reported $166K in grants paid.

What is Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc's typical grant size?

Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc's median grant in 2025 was $10,600, and its average grant was $12,921, across 12 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.

Where does Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc give grants?

Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc gives mostly in Oklahoma: 98% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Ponca City, OK (8 grants) and Oklahoma City, OK (2 grants).

Who are Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc's largest grantees?

Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma ($30,000), New Emergency Resource Agency ($30,000) and RSVP ($18,450), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 51% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.

How large is Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc?

Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc reported $4.3M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $248K.

What does Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc fund?

The foundation’s stated mission is “to enable the citizens of the Kay County regional area to have better access to medical services and programs by assisting various medical care providers.” See mission & focus areas ↑

How do I apply for a grant from Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc?

Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.

What is Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc's EIN?

Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 73-1520034. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.

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

  1. Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS February 12, 2024)
  2. Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS February 7, 2025)
  3. Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS February 16, 2026)

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Cite this profile

Grantable. (2026). Community Health Foundation of Kay County Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 17, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/community-health-foundation-of-kay-county-inc-morg_cc57c140de744569965c7cfba5c95709

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