John and Ilene Kennedy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Ilene Kennedy Foundation is a private foundation in St Petersburg, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $60,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $12,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was down from $63,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $64,000 | 1 | $1.2 million |
| 2023 | $63,000 | 11 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 13 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
John and Ilene Kennedy 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 John and Ilene Kennedy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 4 | $30,000 |
| New York | 2 | $12,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Episcopal Diocese of Alabama | General support | $12,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Advent Episcopal School | General support | $10,000 |
| United Thank Offering | General operating | $5,000 |
| Horseshoe Farm Charitable | General support | $5,000 |
| The Bell Center for Early | General support | $3,000 |
| City Year Inc Charitable | General support | $2,500 |
| Point Washington Medical Clinic Inc | General operating | $2,500 |
| Human Rights First | General support | $2,000 |
| Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit | General support | $2,000 |
| Christ the King Episcopal Church | General operating | $2,000 |
| Grace Episcopal Church | General support | $2,000 |
| Food for Thought Charitable | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond James
Questions people ask
Does John and Ilene Kennedy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Ilene Kennedy Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs John and Ilene Kennedy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Raymond James (Trustee).
What does John and Ilene Kennedy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.