The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky
It seeks to collect and preserve manuscripts, rolls, relics, and records; to hold suitable commemorations, and to erect memorials relating to the American colonial period; to inspire in its members the fraternal and patriotic spirit of their forefathers, and to inspire in the community respect and reverence for those whoses public services made our freedom and unity possible.
The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky at a glance
In short: The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky reported $14K in grants paid in 2026 (a total; its filing lists no individual grants). Source: 2026 IRS Form 990.
- Grants paid (2026)
- $13,500 — reported as a total on the IRS filing, without an itemized list
- +69.8% vs 2025
- Total assets
- $636,885
- +14.5% vs 2025
- Revenue (2026)
- $64,246
- +3.1% vs 2025
- Net investment income (2026)
- $15,556
- +6.4% vs 2025
- Expenses (2026)
- $54,507
- +27.7% vs 2025
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated October 2026.
Who The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $7K (2023) to $14K (2026). In 2026 it reported $14K in grants paid, as a total without an itemized list.
Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Williamsburg, VA | — | $6,614 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $636,885 | $64,246 | $54,507 | $13,500 | Total only | $15,556 |
| 2025 | $556,133 | $62,306 | $42,696 | $7,950 | Total only | $14,621 |
| 2024 | $493,370 | $42,779 | $45,397 | $7,500 | Total only | $13,543 |
| 2023 | $439,390 | $47,960 | $52,364 | $6,614 | 1 | $9,281 |
| 2022 | $538,582 | $55,198 | $54,889 | — | — | $13,543 |
| 2021 | $492,594 | $25,489 | $23,953 | $8,500 | Total only | $12,129 |
"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
About The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky
Based on IRS filings
The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky is a public charity, based in Louisville, KY. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $637K in total assets. In 2026, it reported $14K in grants paid as a total on its IRS filing, without an itemized list. Net investment income was $16K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky is led by John G. Hundley Sr., President since 2025 (on filings since 2021); none of the 13 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
John G. Hundley Sr.
President
Lt. Governor → Deputy Governor, 2023
Deputy Governor → President, 2025
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
C. William Swinford Jr.
Director
Lt. Governor → Director, 2025
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
John Edmond McLeod
Director
Governor → Director, 2025
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
William F. Pollard Jr.
Director
Secretary → Director, 2025
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
William Thompson Tyrrell
Director
Treasurer → Director, 2025
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
John Cox Booker Sr.
Governor
Deputy Governor → Governor, 2023
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Julian C. Clay
Historian
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Paul B. Whitty
Registrar
Captain of T → Registrar, 2022
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Paul W. Smith
Chaplain
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
R. Ted Steinbock MD
Surgeon
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Charles W. Bond
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Charles W. Edwards III
Secretary
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Donald S. Lurding
Vice President
Lt. Governor → Vice President, 2025
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: William P. Carrell II (2021–2022) — Deputy Governor
- Former: Jessie L. Hagan (2021) — Registrar
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky
How much does The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky give each year?
The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky reported $14K in grants paid in 2026 on its 2026 IRS Form 990, as a total without an itemized list of grants. In 2025 it reported $8K in grants paid.
How large is The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky?
The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky reported $637K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $64K.
Where does The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky operate?
The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky has awarded grants in Virginia.
What is The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky's EIN?
The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Kentucky's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 61-6029351. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS December 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 29, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS December 1, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 7, 2026)
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