The SKK Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The SKK Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$48.8 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
42% 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 | $1.8 million | 19 | $39.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 14 | $43.4 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 24 | $48.8 million |
How to apply
The SKK 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 SKK Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 17 | $2.1 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance Theatre Company | General operating support | $500,000 |
| George West Mental Health Foundation | Support for financial assistance program at skyland trail main campus and the j. Rex fuqua campus | $500,000 |
| Atlanta Police Foundation | Support for the build the force program | $250,000 |
| Emory University | Support for the center for maternal substance abuse and child development | $200,000 |
| Emory University | Support for the emory neurobehavioral and exposure clinic | $150,000 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank | General operating support | $140,000 |
| Respite Care Atlanta Inc | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Chris 180 | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Good Samaritan Health Center | General operating support | $50,000 |
| National Museum of Women in the Arts Inc | Support for the 2026-27 season of education initiatives | $50,000 |
| Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential Inc | General operating support | $30,000 |
| Chris 180 | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Reach Prep Inc | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Atlanta Botanical Garden | Capital campaign support | $15,000 |
| Atlanta Children's Shelter | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Feeding America | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Feeding America | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Nature Conservancy Inc | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Nature Conservancy Inc | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help Home Auxiliary | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons Inc | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Colorado Discover Ability | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Colorado Discover Ability | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Path Foundation | Annual fund support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah K Kennedy
- Nancy K Rigby
- Barbara K Harty
- James C Kennedy Jr
- Clay K Kennedy
Questions people ask
Does The SKK Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The SKK Foundation Inc give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The SKK Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Sarah K Kennedy (President/Trustee), Nancy K Rigby (Secretary/Treasurer), Barbara K Harty (Trustee) and James C Kennedy Jr (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The SKK Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and environment and conservation.