Knight Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Knight Family Foundation is a private foundation in Basalt, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $420,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $19,750 and the largest $40,500. 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$420,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$19,750
- Largest grant$40,500
- Assets$9.6 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $395,938 the year before.
23% 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 | $395,938 | 23 | $9.2 million |
| 2024 | $420,000 | 22 | $9.6 million |
How to apply
Knight 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 Knight Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 5 | $121,000 |
| Arizona | 3 | $100,500 |
| Tennessee | 7 | $100,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $34,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $19,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Agricultural Educationffa Foundation | General support | $40,500 |
| Circle the City | General support | $40,000 |
| Heritage Foundation of Williamson County TN | General support | $35,000 |
| Aspen Country Day School | General support | $30,000 |
| Battle Ground Academy | General support | $30,000 |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints | General support | $30,000 |
| Encircle | General support | $29,000 |
| The Utah 1033 Foundation | General support | $29,000 |
| Primary Children's Hospital | General support | $25,000 |
| Arizona State University Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| National Snaffle Bit Association Foundation Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| American Red Cross | General support | $19,500 |
| Law Enforcement Assistance Partnership (Leap) | General support | $15,000 |
| American Quarter Horse Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Davis House Child Advocacy | General support | $10,000 |
| Feeding America | General suppot | $10,000 |
| Usana Kid's Eat | General support | $8,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Tucker's House | General support | $5,000 |
| Colorado Volunteers in Juvenile & Criminal Justice DBA Friends for Youth | General support | $4,000 |
| Christ Community Church | General support | $2,500 |
| Tennessee Golf Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jared Knight
- Aaron Knight
- Jason Knight
- Jamie Suma
Questions people ask
Does Knight Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Knight Family Foundation give?
$420,000 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $19,750.
Who runs Knight Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jared Knight (Director, Board of Directors), Aaron Knight (Director, Board of Directors), Jason Knight (Director, Board of Directors) and Jamie Suma (Director, Board of Directors).
What does Knight Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.