Kent and Laurie Parker Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Kent and Laurie Parker Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New Harmony, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $62,050 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $31,500. 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$62,050
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$31,500
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was down from $81,750 the year before.
47% 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 | $62,000 | 17 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $81,750 | 17 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $62,050 | 17 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Kent and Laurie Parker Family 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 Kent and Laurie Parker Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 15 | $61,050 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Indiana Foundation Inc | Charity | $31,500 |
| Mission First - Sanctuary on the Hill | Charity | $10,000 |
| Under the Beams | Charity | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation Alliance Inc - Posey County | Charity | $5,000 |
| New Harmony Business Associates - One New Harmony | Charity | $1,950 |
| Hoosier Salon Gallery | Charity | $1,500 |
| University of Evansville | Charity | $1,000 |
| Rapp Granary-Owen Foundation | Charity | $1,000 |
| Indiana Plein Air Painters Association | Charity | $1,000 |
| Youth First Inc | Charity | $1,000 |
| New Harmony Ministry Association Inc | Charity | $1,000 |
| The New Harmony Project Inc | Charity | $500 |
| Tuck Annual Giving | Charity | $500 |
| Indraloka Animal Sanctuary Inc | Charity | $500 |
| New Harmony Volunteer Fire Department | Charity | $250 |
| Preservation Trust for Indiana Landmarks Inc | Charity | $250 |
| Friends of Harmonie State Park | Charity | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Kent L Parker
- Laurie A Parker
- Benjamin A Parker
Questions people ask
Does Kent and Laurie Parker Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kent and Laurie Parker Family Foundation Inc give?
$62,050 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Kent and Laurie Parker Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Kent L Parker (President), Laurie A Parker (Secretary) and Benjamin A Parker (Director).
What does Kent and Laurie Parker Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and community development.