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This organization closed in 2018. It filed a final 990 indicating termination and no longer appears as active in IRS records, as it is absent from the EO Business Master File and Pub78 List.

Est.

2014

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The K Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with selected nonprofits, as it does not accept unsolicited proposals. With a total of $2.8 million in grants paid to 485 grantees in 2018, funding opportunities are available by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The K Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

ENCOURAGE PHILANTHROPY BY FACILITATING ONLINE DONATIONS FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES FOR NON PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS.
Total Funding Given
$2.8M
2018
Grantees funded
485
Multi-year grantees
4%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
175
Median 1st year grant
$9.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
D
Deborah L Wilkerson
Board Member
K
Katherine Gray
Board Member
B
Brenda Chumley
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE K FOUNDATION?
No. THE K FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE K FOUNDATION give?
THE K FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Connecticut, and South Carolina. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE K FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE K FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $9,060. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE K FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2018, THE K FOUNDATION awarded about 180 grants, totaling nearly $2.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE K FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2018, THE K FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 490 grantees. Recent grantees include CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF GALVESTON- HOUSTON, AUGSBURG UNIVERSITY, and FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE K FOUNDATION?
THE K FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.