Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Other requirements

  • Please note that your organization is only eligible to receive one award per year under this grant.

Overview

The LG&E and KU Foundation Community Grants support initiatives focused on economic development, education, environmental excellence, and diversity. The foundation prioritizes programs that empower communities, enhance educational opportunities, and promote inclusion. Organizations can apply for one award per year, ensuring dedicated support for impactful projects. This commitment strengthens community ties and fosters a better quality of life for residents.

Community and Corporate Responsibility
LG&E and KU have a steadfast and unwavering commitment to the communities they serve.
Our Focus Areas
Economic DevelopmentSupporting organizations that empower business and growth in the communities we serve. Education Supporting innovative educational programs within public elementary, middle and secondary schools and public and private post-secondary schools. Programs involving math, science and technology are priorities.Environment Supporting environmental excellence is inherent and vital for the protection of our communities in which we live and play, and helps promote economic growth.Diversity Supporting programs that promote diversity and strive to embrace and encourage the inclusion of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Eligibility

Please note that your organization is only eligible to receive one award per year under this grant.

What LG&E and Ku Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025

Grants in 2025
497
Total given
$4.25M
Median grant
$2,500
Range
$100–$749K
  • By dollars: Kentucky 96%, Virginia 1%, Michigan <1%. Top recipient cities: Louisville, KY; Lexington, KY; Frankfort, KY.
  • 6% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • Association of Community Ministries Inc · Louisville, KY

    Acm/utility grant

    $749K

  • Metro United Way Inc · Louisville, KY

    Metro united way- po1 match

    $336K

  • Whas Crusade for Children Inc · Louisville, KY

    Whas crusade for children po1

    $183K

  • Youthbuild Louisville · Louisville, KY

    Youthbuild/project warm

    $120K

  • Fund for the Arts Inc · Louisville, KY

    Fund for the arts po1

    $84K

IRS Form 990-PF, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Education
  • Community development
  • Environment
  • Diversity
  • STEM education

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