KHR McNeely Family Foundation
The KHR McNeely Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Sonoma, California. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations in areas including the arts, education, health, and cultural programming.
KHR McNeely Family Foundation at a glance
In short: KHR McNeely Family Foundation gave $14.5M across 126 grants in 2024 (avg $115K), top state California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $14,467,550
- +13.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 126
- +72.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $114,822
- -34.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $70,000
- Total assets
- $257,273,394
- +5.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (46% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to KHR McNeely Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 276 East Napa Street Ste 115, Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: (707) 815-3034
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who KHR McNeely Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Franklin University Switzerland Inc ($1.5M). Together the top 10 received $5.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
199 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 61 grants of 199 (31%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, California accounted for 46% of grant dollars, New York for 25%, Maine for 5%, and Pennsylvania for 4%. The filing also reports grants to recipients in other locations.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 126 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How KHR McNeely Family Foundation gives
- 34% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 129% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (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 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $12.7M (2023) to $14.5M (2024). In 2024 it made 126 grants totaling $14.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin University Switzerland Inc New York, NY | General Operating | $1,500,000 |
| Pacific Repertory Theatre Pleasanton, CA | General Operating | $600,000 |
| National Philanthropic Trust Jenkintown, PA | General Operating | $575,000 |
| Sonoma Valley Film Society Sonoma, CA | General Operating | $500,000 |
| Whitney Museum of Art New York, NY | Whitney biennial 2024, renovation of the whitneys independent study programs home | $500,000 |
| Partners in Health Brewer, ME | General Operating | $350,000 |
| Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, MD | Water filtration project in collaboration with water for south | $330,000 |
| High Fives Foundation Truckee, CA | Theatrical and streaming release to the general public of educational film "full circle" | $325,000 |
| The Solomon R Guggenheim Foundation | General Operating | $325,000 |
| Children's Museum of Sonoma County Santa Rosa, CA | General Operating & Capital Campaign | $250,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $257,273,394 | $36,000,529 | $17,499,078 | $14,467,550 | 126 | $15,847,923 | $35,122,799 | $12,254,470 |
| 2023 | $244,400,787 | $248,727,002 | $14,192,508 | $12,745,541 | 73 | $13,534,007 | $6,944,390 | $6,974,772 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, KHR McNeely Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $12.3M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2024 grants include support for arts and cultural organizations, educational institutions, health-related work, and charitable intermediaries.
Grantee descriptions illustrate the range of organizations supported. Franklin Switzerland, Inc. describes its objective as providing education on an international basis. Pacific Repertory Theatre describes its work as public theatrical performances of bold interpretations of great plays. The Whitney Museum of Art received support for the 2024 Whitney Biennial and renovations to the home of its Independent Study Programs. Partners in Health also received a grant.
Among California grantees, the Children’s Museum of Sonoma County says it aims to inspire children’s curiosity and creativity through joyful, transformative experiences. Sonoma State University’s association describes its role as supporting the university’s development and its educational and cultural service to the community. The Sonoma Valley Education Foundation says it works to improve education by enriching teaching, inspiring learning, and advancing innovative programs.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 126 grants totaling $14,467,550. Grants ranged from $10,000 to $1,500,000, with a median of $70,000. In 2023, it made 73 grants totaling $12,745,541. Its 2024 filing, the latest on this page, reports 126 grants totaling $14.5 million.
Among the largest 2024 grants were $1,500,000 to Franklin University Switzerland, Inc. for general operating support; $600,000 to Pacific Repertory Theatre for general operating support; $575,000 to National Philanthropic Trust for general operating support; $500,000 to Sonoma Valley Film Society for general operating support; and $500,000 to the Whitney Museum of Art for the Whitney Biennial 2024 and renovation of the Whitney’s Independent Study Programs home.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Kevin W. McNeely as president, CEO, and board chair, beginning September 2024; Rosemary McNeely as vice president and chief program officer; James Mittermiller as treasurer and secretary through September 2024; and Kelly Amormino as chief of operations and secretary, beginning September 2024. Peter K. Brooks Jr. and Allen Olinger III are listed as directors.
KHR McNeely Family Foundation is led by Kevin W. McNeely, President, CEO & Board Chair since 2024 (on filings since 2023); 4 of 6 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Kevin W. McNeely
President, CEO & Board Chair
President, CEO & Director → President, CEO & Board Chair, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$244K (2023) → $457K (2024)
Allen Olinger III
Director
On filings since 2023
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Peter K. Brooks Jr.
Director
On filings since 2023
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
James Mittermiller
Treasurer & Secretary
On filings since 2023
20 hrs/week
$87K (2023) → $163K (2024)
Rosemary McNeely
Vice President & Chief Program Officer
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$130K (2023) → $248K (2024)
Kelly Amormino
Chief of Oper. & Secretary
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$137K (2024)
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $457K, to Kevin W McNeely (President/CEO/Board Chair (Beg. 9/24)). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about KHR McNeely Family Foundation
How much does KHR McNeely Family Foundation give each year?
KHR McNeely Family Foundation gave $14.5M across 126 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $12.7M across 73 grants.
What is KHR McNeely Family Foundation's typical grant size?
KHR McNeely Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $70,000, and its average grant was $114,822, across 126 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does KHR McNeely Family Foundation give grants?
KHR McNeely Family Foundation's top state is California, with 46% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest state was New York (25%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (19 grants), Sonoma, CA (19 grants), San Francisco, CA (6 grants) and Truckee, CA (5 grants).
Does KHR McNeely Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 86% of KHR McNeely Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (108 of 126) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are KHR McNeely Family Foundation's largest grantees?
KHR McNeely Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Franklin University Switzerland Inc ($1,500,000), Pacific Repertory Theatre ($600,000) and National Philanthropic Trust ($575,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 18% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is KHR McNeely Family Foundation?
KHR McNeely Family Foundation reported $257.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $15.8M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $12.3M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does KHR McNeely Family Foundation fund?
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2024 grants include support for arts and cultural organizations, educational institutions, health-related work, and charitable intermediaries. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from KHR McNeely Family Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is KHR McNeely Family Foundation's EIN?
KHR McNeely Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-1463652. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Does KHR McNeely Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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