Keep Climbing Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Keep Climbing Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Tallahassee, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $209,877 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $72,269. 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$209,877
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$72,269
- Assets$43,842
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $167,434 the year before.
67% 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 | $167,434 | 18 | $75,264 |
| 2024 | $209,877 | 20 | $43,842 |
How to apply
Keep Climbing Family 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 Keep Climbing Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 2 | $87,269 |
| Florida | 10 | $56,750 |
| Alabama | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $18,858 |
| Virginia | 1 | $12,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General | $72,269 |
| Uniteus Inc | General | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army | General | $20,000 |
| Kids Across America | General | $15,000 |
| Keep the Change | General | $12,000 |
| Entrusted Hope Ministries | General | $10,500 |
| The Boys and Girls Club of Big Bend | General | $10,000 |
| American Heart Association | General | $5,333 |
| Tallahassee QB Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Hollyrock Monessori | General | $5,000 |
| Experience Church | General | $5,000 |
| Biletnikoff Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Ward Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Houston | General | $2,525 |
| Pace Center for Girls | General | $2,500 |
| Five Star Elite Allstars | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Open Door Womens Clinic | General | $1,750 |
| St Jude | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Maria Norvell
- Kathy Chiolino
- Emily Whidden
Questions people ask
Does Keep Climbing Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Keep Climbing Family Foundation Inc give?
$209,877 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Keep Climbing Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Maria Norvell (President), Kathy Chiolino (Officer) and Emily Whidden (Officer).
What does Keep Climbing Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.