Gaither Charitable Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Gaither Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Alexandria, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.3 million in 74 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $500,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.3 million
- Number of grants74
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $983,490 the year before.
44% 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 | $371,420 | 49 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $983,490 | 56 | $6.7 million |
| 2025 | $2.3 million | 74 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Gina Brisco PO Box 737, Alexandria, IN 46001 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (765) 724-8278 |
| What to submit | No predetermined form |
What Gaither Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 69 | $1.7 million |
| Tennessee | 3 | $505,500 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $100,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson University | Donation | $500,000 |
| Gospel Music Trust Fund | Donation | $500,000 |
| Taylor University | Donation | $500,000 |
| Liberty Christian School | Donation | $150,000 |
| Heart for Lebanon | Donation | $100,000 |
| Anderson First United Methodist | Donation | $75,000 |
| Alexandria Kiwanis Club | Donation | $50,000 |
| Wheeler Mission | Donation | $50,000 |
| Leadership Academy Madison Cnty | Dance marathon / scholarships | $33,750 |
| Anderson Preparatory Academy | Donation | $30,000 |
| Madison Cnty Community Fndn | Anderson symphony orchestra | $30,000 |
| Church St Commons | New roof | $25,000 |
| Madison Cnty Community Fndn | Anderson museum of art | $25,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Donation | $25,000 |
| Madison Cnty Community Fndn | Donation | $17,500 |
| Man 4 Man Ministries | Donation | $15,000 |
| Madison County Alliance Fndn | Donation | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Empty stocking fund | $6,329 |
| Comm Hosp Anderson Fndn | Comm chefs apron sponsorship | $6,000 |
| Anderson Christian Center | Donation | $5,500 |
| Alexandria Church of Nazarene | Donation | $5,000 |
| Alexandria First Baptist Church | Donation | $5,000 |
| Alexandria Historical Society | Donation | $5,000 |
| Alexandrial Police Department | Donation | $5,000 |
| Axexandria-Monroe High School | Donation | $5,000 |
| Anderson Community Schools | Donation | $5,000 |
| Anderson High School | Support for students | $5,000 |
| Bridgeway Christian Center | Donation | $5,000 |
| Christian Congregation Church | Donation | $5,000 |
| Indiana Historical Society | Indiana living legends | $5,000 |
| Kevin's Kids | Donation | $5,000 |
| Levisway Inc | Donation | $5,000 |
| Madison Cnty Community Fndn | Scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| Madison Cnty Community Fndn | Matching donation | $5,000 |
| Madison Cnty Special Olympics | Donation | $5,000 |
| Park Place Church of God | Donation | $5,000 |
| St Vincent Anderson Regional Fndn | Kids classic | $5,000 |
| Women of Philanthropy | Donation | $5,000 |
| Indiana Historical Society | Donation | $4,000 |
| Alexandria Community Center | Donation | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William J Gaither
- Gloria L Gaither
- Barry W Jennings
- Gina Brisco
Questions people ask
Does Gaither Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Gaither Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2025, across 74 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Gaither Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William J Gaither (Vice Preside), Gloria L Gaither (Director), Barry W Jennings (President) and Gina Brisco (Secretary/Tr).
What does Gaither Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.