Kittle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kittle Foundation is a private foundation in Carmel, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,002 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $6,252. 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$17,002
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$6,252
- Assets$361,367
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $17,002 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,000 | 5 | $754,332 |
| 2024 | $17,002 | 7 | $366,008 |
| 2025 | $17,002 | 7 | $361,367 |
How to apply
Kittle 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.
What Kittle Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 7 | $17,002 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Operating fund | $6,252 |
| Second Presbyterian Church | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Indianpolis | Operating fund | $2,500 |
| Indianapolis Zoo | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| The Oaks Academy | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| Wheeler Mission | Operating fund | $1,000 |
| Indianapolis Humane | Operating fund | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Rhonda A Kittle
- Gary L Swanson
- John L Kittle Drive
- Jeffery Kittle
Questions people ask
Does Kittle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kittle Foundation give?
$17,002 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Kittle Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rhonda A Kittle (President), Gary L Swanson (Trustee), John L Kittle Drive (Trustee) and Jeffery Kittle (Trustee).
What does Kittle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and animals.