Rush and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Rush and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2025 was up from $575,000 the year before.
92% 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 | $485,000 | 30 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $575,000 | 17 | $5.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 19 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Rush and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh 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 Rush and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $1.0 million |
| New York | 2 | $265,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $65,318 |
| Michigan | 2 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Curetivity Foundation | To further the organization's qualified purpose | $1.0 million |
| Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation | To further the organization's qualified purpose | $260,000 |
| K9S for Warriors | To further the organization's qualified purpose | $30,000 |
| Nelson Mullins Riley Scaborough Fund | Scholarship | $20,318 |
| The Master's University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Nebraska Wesleyan University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Kennesaw State University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Baylor University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| US Merchant Marine Academy | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Jacksonville University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Cornerstone University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Liberty University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathryn Adams Limbaugh
- Spero Mehallis
- Luke Mathisen
Questions people ask
Does Rush and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rush and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Rush and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathryn Adams Limbaugh (President and Secretary), Spero Mehallis (Treasurer) and Luke Mathisen (Board Member).
What does Rush and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.