McKinley Educational Initiative
Preselected recipients only
McKinley Educational Initiative is a private foundation in Tempe, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $990,550 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $745,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$990,550
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$745,000
- Assets$26.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $530,000 the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $530,000 | 10 | $23.1 million |
| 2024 | $990,550 | 7 | $26.0 million |
How to apply
McKinley Educational Initiative says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What McKinley Educational Initiative funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 3 | $865,000 |
| California | 1 | $75,000 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $35,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $15,550 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Purdue Research Foundation | Medical research | $745,000 |
| Metroed Foundation | General support | $75,000 |
| John Jay Center for Learning | General operating support | $70,000 |
| The Portland Foundation | General support for jay county school system tutoring and behavioral health | $50,000 |
| Leadership Kauai | General support | $25,000 |
| Aspire Arizona Foundation | General operating support | $15,550 |
| Koko - Five Mountains Hawaii Inc | General operating support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tamara Rix
- Mark Rix
- Tim McKinley
- Christopher Rix
Questions people ask
Does McKinley Educational Initiative accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McKinley Educational Initiative give?
$990,550 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs McKinley Educational Initiative?
Its 2024 filing lists Tamara Rix (President), Mark Rix (Secretary), Tim McKinley (Treasurer) and Christopher Rix (Director).
What does McKinley Educational Initiative fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.