First Bank Richmond Inc Community Foundation
Preselected recipients only
First Bank Richmond Inc Community Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $637,251 in 96 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $100,000. 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$637,251
- Number of grants96
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $340,773 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $340,773 | 91 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $637,251 | 96 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
First Bank Richmond Inc Community 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What First Bank Richmond Inc Community Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 76 | $606,301 |
| Ohio | 20 | $30,950 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wayne County Government | Other program support | $100,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Wayne County | 2024 pledge and corporate contribution | $85,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation Inc | General operating support | $57,500 |
| Stanley W Hayes Research Foundation Inc | Other program support | $28,400 |
| The Chamber Center for Excellence Inc | Diamond partner, annual dinner, school is cool | $25,000 |
| The Richmond Symphony Orchestra | Signature event, first chair, and other sponsorship | $25,000 |
| Bethany Theological Seminary | Other program support | $20,000 |
| City of Richmond | Winter farmer's market and 2024 events | $18,000 |
| Ivy Tech Foundation | Keys and cocktails/ivy tech day; video wall technology pledge | $15,500 |
| Richmond Civic Theatre Inc | Main stage sponsorship | $15,000 |
| Richmond Art Museum | Secret garden tour; 2025 palette to plate | $12,500 |
| Circle You Help Center Inc | Building expansion pledge installment | $10,000 |
| Girls Inc of Wayne County | Corporate sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Indiana Golf Foundation | First tee/youth partner program | $10,000 |
| The Reid Health Foundation | Kaleidoscope ball and reid pride | $10,000 |
| Whitewater Community Television | Miscellaneous sponsorships | $9,200 |
| Amigos the Richmond Latino Center | General operating support | $7,500 |
| Main Street Centerville Inc | Christmas in centerville/marketing flags | $6,000 |
| Richmond Community Schools Corporation | General operating support - proudly presenting; rhs girls' soccer team warm-up uniforms | $6,000 |
| Shelby County United Fund Inc | Scuffy 2024 drive donation | $6,000 |
| Bpoe #649 | Elk's parkinson's fund | $5,000 |
| Brighter Path Inc | Scholarship program contribution | $5,000 |
| Cardinal Greenway Inc | 2024 biketourberfest sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Center City Development Corporation | 2025 meltdown winter ice festival | $5,000 |
| Cope Environmental Center | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Hope House | Hope house pledge | $5,000 |
| Richmond Columbian Properties Inc | Quality of place conference | $5,000 |
| Sunrise Inc | Sunrse western festival barn dance and scholarships | $5,000 |
| The Reid Center | Valentine's renaissance madrigal dinner | $5,000 |
| Troy Development Council Inc | Contribution - general operating funds | $5,000 |
| Women's Fund of the Wayne County Foundation | Women's fund luncheon | $5,000 |
| Women's Workhop Richmond Inc | Developing leaders and marketing contribution | $5,000 |
| United Way of Whitewater Valley Inc | Annual corporate contribution | $4,801 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Shelbyville | Summer camp sponsorship; winter festival sponsorship | $4,000 |
| Wayne County 4-H Association Inc | Wayne county fair | $4,000 |
| Kiwanis Club of Richmond | Big band event - riley children's hospital; mini branch lot rent | $3,500 |
| A Better Way Services Inc | Evening of hope butterfly release sponsorship | $3,000 |
| Cambridge City Mainstreet Inc | Summer concert series | $3,000 |
| Friends of Main Street Piqua Inc | 2024 events | $3,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Oki Partners Inc | Banquet sponsor | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Garry D Kleer
- Thomas Holthouse
- Kathryn Girten
- Beth Brittenham
- Bruce Daggy
- Lindley S Mann
Questions people ask
Does First Bank Richmond Inc Community Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does First Bank Richmond Inc Community Foundation give?
$637,251 in tax year 2024, across 96 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs First Bank Richmond Inc Community Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Garry D Kleer (President), Thomas Holthouse (Chairman of the Board), Kathryn Girten (Vice President and Treasurer) and Beth Brittenham (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does First Bank Richmond Inc Community Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.