Kirk Highlander Foundation
Kirk Highlander Foundation's sole purpose is to support the long-term preservation, sustainability, and mission of kirk day school.
Kirk Highlander Foundation at a glance
In short: Kirk Highlander Foundation gave $359K across 1 grant in 2023 (avg $359K), mostly in Missouri. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $358,761
- Grants made (2023)
- 1
- Average grant
- $358,761
- Median grant
- $358,761
- Primary geography
- Missouri (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2023; updated September 2026.
Who Kirk Highlander Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Kirk Day School ($359K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $250–500K range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2023 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2023 it made 1 grant totaling $359K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kirk Day School St. Louis, MO | Scholarships / Education | $358,761 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $10,336 | $361,841 | $358,761 | 1 | $8,077 |
| 2022 | $351,505 | $7,133 | — | — | — | $7,133 |
| 2021 | $370,910 | $370,910 | — | — | — | $10 |
About Kirk Highlander Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Kirk Highlander Foundation is a public charity focused on Education, based in St. Louis, MO. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2023. In 2023, it awarded 1 grant totaling $359K. Net investment income was $8K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Kirk Highlander Foundation is led by Whitney Allen, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 6 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Whitney Allen
President
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Muscatello
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stephen Kruse
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tyler Campo
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Cusumano
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Todd Keske
Secretary
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2023. "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 Kirk Highlander Foundation
How much does Kirk Highlander Foundation give each year?
Kirk Highlander Foundation gave $359K across 1 grant in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990.
What is Kirk Highlander Foundation?
Kirk Highlander Foundation is a public charity focused on Education, based in St. Louis, MO.
Where does Kirk Highlander Foundation operate?
Kirk Highlander Foundation has awarded grants in Missouri.
What is Kirk Highlander Foundation's EIN?
Kirk Highlander Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-3733858. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2023.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS January 22, 2024)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2023
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