The KCS Pacific Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The KCS Pacific Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $720,533 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$720,533
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2025 was up from $124,685 the year before.
79% of its 2025 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 | $124,000 | 14 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $124,685 | 14 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $720,533 | 17 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
The KCS Pacific Foundation Inc 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 KCS Pacific Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 2 | $190,533 |
| Montana | 1 | $150,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $150,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $105,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $12,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $8,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nature Conservancy | Charitable Event | $150,000 |
| Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative | Ross River Fund | $150,000 |
| Partners in Health A Nonprofit Corporation | Charitable Event | $100,000 |
| Partners in Health A Nonprofit Corporation | Charitable Event | $90,533 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | Bili-Uele landscape DRC Project | $50,000 |
| Center for Biological Diversity Inc | Health for the Wild Fund | $50,000 |
| Center for Biological Diversity Inc | Arctic Defense Fund | $50,000 |
| Solar Electric Light Fund | Maasai Mara Conservancy Project: rhino sanctuary pumping system | $31,000 |
| Panthera Corporation | Charitable Event | $12,000 |
| Globalgiving Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Solar Electric Light Fund | Uganda water project | $9,000 |
| Project Griph | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Sister Carmen Community Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Earth Law Center | Sustainable Future Project | $2,500 |
| National Wildlife Refuge Association | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Katharine Brigham
- Conor C Reardon
Questions people ask
Does The KCS Pacific Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The KCS Pacific Foundation Inc give?
$720,533 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs The KCS Pacific Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Katharine Brigham (Pres, Dir, Sec) and Conor C Reardon (VP).
What does The KCS Pacific Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and international.