Blue Sky Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Blue Sky Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New Albany, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.3 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $2.5 million. 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$3.3 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$292,932
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.5 million the year before.
40% 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 | $4.5 million | 19 | $625,232 |
| 2024 | $3.3 million | 15 | $292,932 |
How to apply
Blue Sky 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Blue Sky Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 7 | $3.1 million |
| Kentucky | 3 | $141,500 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $15,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Life Ministries | General funds | $2.5 million |
| Northside Christian Church | General funds | $250,000 |
| River Heritage Conservancy | General funds | $150,000 |
| Hoosiers for Good Inc | General funds | $100,000 |
| Seed Louisville Inc | General funds | $100,000 |
| Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Inc | General funds | $43,000 |
| Nadus Films Inc | General funds | $31,500 |
| Arukah Animal International | General funds | $30,000 |
| Smile Train | General funds | $20,000 |
| Pan American Sanctuary Allicance | General funds | $15,000 |
| Discovery Institute | General funds | $10,000 |
| Forget Me Not Ministries | General funds | $10,000 |
| Indiana University Southeast | General funds | $10,000 |
| Kentucky Humane Society | General funds | $10,000 |
| Iu Foundation | General funds | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- John B Shine
- Jane Shine
- Rudy Spencer
Questions people ask
Does Blue Sky Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blue Sky Foundation Inc give?
$3.3 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Blue Sky Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John B Shine (President, Director), Jane Shine (Director) and Rudy Spencer (Executive Director).
What does Blue Sky Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and animals.