The Kilgore Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kilgore Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rogers, Arkansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 and the largest $70,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$260,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $416,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $238,000 | 15 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $416,500 | 24 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $260,500 | 14 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Kilgore Family Foundation 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 The Kilgore Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 10 | $123,000 |
| New York | 1 | $70,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor's Without Borders | General contribution | $70,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General contribution | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charites of Arkansas | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Northwest Arkansas Food Bank | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Saint Thomas Aquinas | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Compassion House | General contribution | $15,000 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | General contribution | $10,000 |
| CS Lewis Institute | General contribution | $7,500 |
| Children and Family Advocacy Centrer | General contribution | $7,500 |
| Heifer International | General contribution | $7,500 |
| Arkansas PBS Foundation | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Saving Grace Nwa | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Single Parent Scholarship Fund of Northwest Arkansas | General contribution | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General contribution | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alington Kilgore
- Marylou Kilgore
- Kristina Kilgore-Mullen
- Mark Kilgore
- Lisa Michele Ludwig
Questions people ask
Does The Kilgore Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kilgore Family Foundation give?
$260,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs The Kilgore Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alington Kilgore (President), Marylou Kilgore (Secretary/Treasurer), Kristina Kilgore-Mullen (Director) and Mark Kilgore (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Kilgore Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and youth programs.