The Race for Education Inc

Claire Adair Hendrickson Foundation Inc

Cincinnati, OH

The foundation supports charitable organizations, including schools, youth programs, and community groups working in areas such as education, basic needs, health, and literacy. In 2025, grants ranged from $1,000 to $10,000, with a median of $2,500; most funding went to Kentucky, with additional grants in several other states. It does not accept unsolicited requests and gives only to preselected organizations.

Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc

Lexington, KY

It funds nonprofits and community needs through competitive grants and donor-established funds, supporting areas such as housing, youth well-being, and services for vulnerable people. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,025 to $520,164, with a median of $16,661; its focus is Central and Appalachia Kentucky. Applicants must use the online portal for specific opportunities; whether it accepts unsolicited requests is not stated.

Rosenstein Family Charitable Foundation

Lexington, KY

Reed Foundation

Gilbertsville, KY

The REED FOUNDATION funds charitable organizations, including education and scholarships, recovery, health, community services, and culture; recent grants ranged from $1,000 to $100,000, with a median of $4,500. It primarily supports organizations in Kentucky, with some funding in Tennessee and Alabama, and makes grants only to preselected organizations, not accepting unsolicited requests.

Vanmeterbarnhart Family Fund

Eugene, OR

The fund supports Oregon charitable organizations, with recent grants for general operating support. Its seven 2026 grants ranged from $5,000 to $25,000, with a median of $20,000. It gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Arthur K Smith Family Foundation Inc

Solana Beach, CA

The foundation supports a range of charitable work, including housing, education, social services, community storytelling, disability sports, and cultural and religious programs. Its 2025 grants ranged from $500 to $21,000, with a median of $5,000; most funding went to Kentucky, with smaller amounts in California and Illinois. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Cralle Foundation Inc

Simpsonville, KY

The Cralle Foundation supports a broad range of charitable organizations, including those focused on human services, family support, recovery, disability services, parks, and animal welfare. In 2024, grants ranged from $400 to $10,500, with a median of $5,000, and went primarily to Kentucky organizations. It accepts requests by application; applicants are instructed to request one from the foundation.

Henry Laird Smith Foundation

Nashville, TN

The Henry Laird Smith Foundation’s grants support organizations working in areas including food assistance, conservation, education, health, community services, and the arts; most funding goes to Tennessee. In 2025, grants ranged from $250 to $150,000, with a median of $3,000. It funds only preselected charities and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Carlisle B Van Meter Family Fdn Inc Co US

Milwaukee, WI

Isaac Van Meter IV Fam Fund Inc Agy

Milwaukee, WI

The foundation supports organizations working in areas such as education, health care, recovery services, broadcasting, and land conservation, primarily in Kentucky, with occasional grants elsewhere. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,000 to $24,000, with a median of $4,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

The Community Foundation

Louisville, KY

The Community Foundation of Louisville funds nonprofits, community projects, scholarships, and early-stage businesses through programs focused on expanding opportunity and addressing local needs. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,012 to $3.85 million, with a median of $22,987; support is centered in Louisville and Kentucky, though grants also go beyond the state. It says its grant programs use an open application and review process; requirements vary by opportunity.

LG&E and Ku Foundation Inc

Louisville, KY

The foundation funds community organizations in economic development, education, the environment, and diversity, as well as event sponsorships and tree-planting grants, primarily in communities served by LG&E and KU. Its 2025 grants ranged from $100 to $749,000, with a median of $2,500; 96% of grant dollars went to Kentucky. It accepts community grant applications through its online portal in March and October.