Kodiak Cares Foundation
Kodiak Cares Foundation (KCF) is a corporate foundation established in 2021 by Kodiak Gas Services to extend the company's commitment to its people and communities. Based in Wilmington, Delaware, the foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization designated for charitable, educational, and philanthropic purposes. The foundation was granted tax-exempt status in June 2023.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$652K
-9.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.1M
+24.6% YoY
Grant Count
67
+17.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$17K
+6.0% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Kodiak Cares Foundation reported a distributable amount of $27K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
KCF's core mission is to create positive change by supporting charities, employees, and the communities in which Kodiak operates. The foundation operates through three primary programs:
Kodiak Gives Back — Supports nonprofit organizations through hands-on volunteerism, collection drives, and charitable donations. Focus areas include:
- Educational opportunities
- Support for active-duty military and veterans
- Environmental stewardship
- Children's causes
- Community needs
Scholarship Assistance Fund — Provides scholarships to Kodiak family members (children of employees) who demonstrate outstanding academic performance, leadership, and community service. The program aims to foster educational excellence and career development for the next generation.
Employee Assistance Fund — Provides financial assistance to Kodiak employees and their families facing unexpected hardships or unavoidable circumstances.
Grantmaking
The foundation's grant-making focuses on education, philanthropy, voluntarism, and human services. Based on recent financial data, typical grant awards range from $875 to $200,000.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation's grant-making activities are primarily concentrated in Texas, Tennessee, and Oklahoma, with additional focus on communities where Kodiak operates.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2024 Financial Data (Most Recent):
- Total Revenue: $1,105,767
- Total Expenses: $1,170,020
- Net Income: -$64,253
- Total Assets: $652,301
- Total Liabilities: $0
- Total Giving: $1,142,776
The foundation operates with a modest asset base and distributes substantially all revenue toward its charitable mission and programs.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $652,301 | $716,554 | $48,392 |
| Revenue | $1,105,767 | $1,118,901 | $60,018 |
| Expenses | $1,170,020 | $961,250 | $11,626 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,168,753 | $956,540 | $11,626 |
| Net Investment Income | $5,630 | $4,485 | $18 |
| Distributable Amount | $26,593 | $26,925 | $277 |
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
100 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Santa Maria Hostel Inc ($110,000), Impact a Hero ($100,000), Ducks Unlimited ($75,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A WARRIORS TABLE DEER PARK, TX | General & Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Abbey Lee San Angelo, TX | Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| Alejandro Elizondo Taft, TX | Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| ALZHEIMERS DISEASE AND RELATED DISORDERS ASSOC CHICAGO, IL | Charitable Event | $15,000 |
| AMERICAS CHARITIES CHANTILLY, VA | General & Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| ASTROS GOLF FOUNDATION HOUSTON, TX | Charitable Event | $35,000 |
| ASTROS GOLF FOUNDATION HOUSTON, TX | Charitable Event | $35,000 |
| BAD BOY BLAST MIDLAND, TX | Charitable Event | $7,000 |
| Cassady Russell Cleveland, AR | Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| CITIZENS FOR ANIMALS OF MIDLAND ODESSA INC PINEHURST, TX | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation's leadership team includes:
- Cory Roclawski
- Ewan Hamilton
- Ashley Danes
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megan Barcak | Dir, Sec | 1 | — |
| Kyle Boudousquie | Dir, Sec | 1 | — |
| Ashley Danes | Dir, Sec | 1 | — |
| Ewan Hamilton | Dir, Treas | 1 | — |
| Travis Marrs | Dir | 1 | — |
| Jason McFarland | Dir | 1 | — |
| Kathy Norris | Dir | 1 | — |
| Cory Roclawski | Dir, Pres | 1 | — |
| Carolina Ruiz | Dir | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kodiak Cares Foundation fund?
KCF's core mission is to create positive change by supporting charities, employees, and the communities in which Kodiak operates. The foundation operates through three primary programs: **Kodiak Gives Back** — Supports nonprofit organizations through hands-on volunteerism, collection drives, and charitable donations. Focus areas include: • Educational opportunities • Support for active-duty military and veterans • Environmental stewardship • Children's causes • Community needs **Scholarship Ass…
How do I apply for a grant from Kodiak Cares Foundation?
The foundation's grant-making focuses on education, philanthropy, voluntarism, and human services. Based on recent financial data, typical grant awards range from $875 to $200,000. **Scholarship Program Details:** • Administered by Scholarship America, the nation's largest designer and manager of scholarship programs • Eligible applicants must be dependent children (age 26 and under) of full-time Kodiak Gas Services employees with a minimum of two years employment • Applicants must be high scho…
Where does Kodiak Cares Foundation make grants?
The foundation's grant-making activities are primarily concentrated in Texas, Tennessee, and Oklahoma, with additional focus on communities where Kodiak operates.
What size grants does Kodiak Cares Foundation award?
In 2024, Kodiak Cares Foundation awarded 67 grants totaling $1.1M — an average of about $17K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Kodiak Cares Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Kodiak Cares Foundation reported a distributable amount of $27K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Kodiak Cares Foundation's EIN?
Kodiak Cares Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-1501631. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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