The Tallent Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Tallent Foundation is a private foundation in Miami, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $210,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$210,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$26.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $827,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $315,600 | 7 | $22.7 million |
| 2023 | $827,000 | 22 | $24.7 million |
| 2024 | $210,000 | 24 | $26.4 million |
How to apply
The Tallent 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 The Tallent Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 18 | $142,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $40,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Croget Elementary School | To support educational programs | $20,000 |
| The Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame | To support the organization's programs | $20,000 |
| Westbriar Elementary School PTA | To support educational programs | $20,000 |
| Alice Lloyd College | To support the men and women's golf programs | $15,000 |
| Floyd Central High School | To support educational programs | $15,000 |
| Betsey Layne High School | To support educational programs | $15,000 |
| Prestonsburg High School | To support educational programs | $15,000 |
| Highlands Foundation Inc | To support the organization's programs | $10,000 |
| Prestonsburg Little League | To support the organization's programs | $10,000 |
| The Lexington Cancer Foundation | To support the organization's programs | $10,000 |
| University of Pikeville | To support educational programs | $10,000 |
| Friends of Jenny Wiley | To support educational programs | $5,000 |
| Johnson Central High School | To support educational programs | $5,000 |
| Martin County High School | To support educational programs | $5,000 |
| Paintsville High School | To support educational programs | $5,000 |
| Pike Central High School | To support educational programs | $5,000 |
| Pikeville High School | To support academic and co-curricular activities | $5,000 |
| Magoffin County High School | To support educational programs | $5,000 |
| Allen Elementary School | To support educational programs | $2,500 |
| Betsey Layne Elementary School | To support educational programs | $2,500 |
| James D Adam Middle School | To support educational programs | $2,500 |
| May Valley Elementary School | To support educational programs | $2,500 |
| Prestonsburg Elementary School | To support educational programs | $2,500 |
| South Floyd Elementary School | To support educational programs | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrick L Tallent
- Cindy L Tallent
Questions people ask
Does The Tallent Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Tallent Foundation give?
$210,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Tallent Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patrick L Tallent (Trustee) and Cindy L Tallent (Trustee).
What does The Tallent Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.