Bruce and Susan Kilgore Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bruce and Susan Kilgore Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $634,347 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $209,347. 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$634,347
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$209,347
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $236,500 the year before.
46% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $236,500 | 7 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $634,347 | 11 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
Bruce and Susan 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 Bruce and Susan Kilgore Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 9 | $619,347 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clay Street Table | General & Unrestricted | $209,347 |
| Willamette River Preservation Trust | General & Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Oregon Food Bank Inc | Rooted and Rising Campaign | $150,000 |
| Willamette Riverkeeper | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Columbia Riverkeeper | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Portland Metro East | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy - Oregon Chapter | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Bird Alliance of Oregon Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Friends of Tryon Creek Park | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Heifer International Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce James Kilgore
- Susan Kilgore
Questions people ask
Does Bruce and Susan Kilgore Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bruce and Susan Kilgore Family Foundation give?
$634,347 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Bruce and Susan Kilgore Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bruce James Kilgore (Dir, Co- Pres, Treas) and Susan Kilgore (Co- Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does Bruce and Susan Kilgore Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.