Northern Kentucky Area Development
The Northern Kentucky Area Development District (NKADD) is a multi-county planning and development organization and public charity based in Florence, Kentucky. Established in 1971, NKADD is part of Kentucky's statewide network of fifteen Area Development Districts that serve all 120 counties and 435 cities across the state. The organization operates under both federal and state statutory authority (KRS 147A) and functions as a forum, clearinghouse, technical center, and regional convener.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$14.9M
+17.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$4.5M
-78.9% YoY
Grant Count
33
-23.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$138K
-72.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission Statement: The NKADD is a collaboration between local leaders and staff educating and empowering communities by implementing quality services through specific areas of expertise in Aging, Community Development, Human Services, and Workforce Development.
Vision Statement: The NKADD shall be known as a collaborative leader whose impact advances the quality of life for our Northern Kentucky communities and the people who live in them.
Primary Service Areas:
- Aging and disability services
- Community development and planning
- Financial compliance and management
- Food insecurity support
- Local government services
- Workforce development
- Human services
Grantmaking
NKADD functions as both a grant recipient and administrator of funding for regional development projects. The organization's grant-making focuses on Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
NKADD serves the Northern Kentucky region and operates statewide as part of Kentucky's Area Development District network. Their funding and programming activities extend into Kentucky, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $14,939,798
- Total Giving: $27,093,478
- Annual Revenue: $13.6 million
- Employees: 63 staff members (as of most recent data)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $14,939,798 | $12,728,151 | $12,601,851 |
| Revenue | $36,222,495 | $29,907,326 | $23,919,138 |
| Expenses | $34,849,019 | $29,138,597 | $23,478,650 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $136,731 | $13,788 | $-355 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
203 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Meals on Wheels Sw Oh & Nky ($1,733,139), Brighton Center ($1,000,686), Visiting Angels ($246,992).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BAWAC INC FLORENCE, KY | HUMAN SVCS | $71,190 |
| BOONE COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER BURLINGTON, KY | PUBLIC DEV | $9,425 |
| BRIGHTON CENTER NEWPORT, KY | WORKFORCE | $1,000,686 |
| BURLINGTON STORES INC BURLINGTON, NJ | HUMAN SVCS | $56,585 |
| CAMPBELL COUNTY FISCAL COURT NEWPORT, KY | HUMAN SVCS | $95,597 |
| CARROLL COUNTY ANIMAL CLINIC CARROLLTON, KY | PUBLIC DEV. | $11,450 |
| CARROLL COUNTY FISCAL COURT CARROLLTON, KY | HUMAN SVCS | $63,027 |
| CCRM1 COVINGTON, KY | WORKFORCE | $10,795 |
| CITY OF ELSMERE ELSMERE, KY | HUMAN SVCS | $33,469 |
| CITY OF WILLIAMSTOWN WILLIAMSTOWN, KY | HUMAN SVCS | $25,962 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TARA JOHNSON-NOEM | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $107,881 |
Recent Activity
Recent developments and announcements
NKADD has been involved in administering significant federal funding for regional development projects in Northern Kentucky, including infrastructure grants and community development initiatives across Boone, Campbell, and other Northern Kentucky counties.
Northern Kentucky to receive $18.5M in federal funding for several projectsThe organization maintains an active presence in workforce development and community services, with ongoing programs supporting local governments, agencies, and citizens throughout the region.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Northern Kentucky Area Development fund?
**Mission Statement:** The NKADD is a collaboration between local leaders and staff educating and empowering communities by implementing quality services through specific areas of expertise in Aging, Community Development, Human Services, and Workforce Development. **Vision Statement:** The NKADD shall be known as a collaborative leader whose impact advances the quality of life for our Northern Kentucky communities and the people who live in them. **Primary Service Areas:** • Aging and disabili…
How do I apply for a grant from Northern Kentucky Area Development?
NKADD functions as both a grant recipient and administrator of funding for regional development projects. The organization's grant-making focuses on Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services. **Grant Activity:** • Total giving: $27,093,478 • Typical award range: $5,070–$16,732,173 • Primary geographic focus: Kentucky, Ohio, and Pennsylvania
Where does Northern Kentucky Area Development make grants?
NKADD serves the Northern Kentucky region and operates statewide as part of Kentucky's Area Development District network. Their funding and programming activities extend into Kentucky, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
What size grants does Northern Kentucky Area Development award?
In 2024, Northern Kentucky Area Development awarded 33 grants totaling $4.5M — an average of about $138K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Northern Kentucky Area Development's EIN?
Northern Kentucky Area Development's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 61-0719369. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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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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