Acres of Hope
Preselected recipients only
Acres of Hope is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $5,080 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $185 and the largest $1,181. 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$5,080
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$185
- Largest grant$1,181
- Assets$2,180
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8,143 the year before.
86% 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 | $8,143 | 8 | $2,391 |
| 2024 | $5,080 | 14 | $2,180 |
How to apply
Acres of Hope 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 Acres of Hope funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 12 | $4,783 |
| Colorado | 1 | $180 |
| California | 1 | $117 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bryan Station Middle School | Support program that impacts acres participants | $1,181 |
| Bryan Station Athletics | Support program that impacts acres participants | $1,000 |
| Lighthouse Ministries | Support mission helping homeless community | $1,000 |
| Arbor Youth | Support program that helps acres participants | $635 |
| Crossroads Christian Church | To support church providing community services | $200 |
| Catholic Action Center | Support ministries and food bank program | $190 |
| Bluegrass Christian Camp | Support ministry for acres participants | $190 |
| Young Life | Support program that impacts acres participants | $180 |
| Urban Impact | Support after school program for acres participant | $127 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | Support mission for disabilities | $117 |
| Common Good | Support local after school community programs | $100 |
| Kerringtons Hearts Inc | Support organization which impacts acres participa | $58 |
| Fatherhood Initiative | Support mission for acres participants | $52 |
| Alzheimers Assoc | Support within alzheimers community | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Lea M Morgan
- Joseph S Morgan
- Tanner S Morgan
Questions people ask
Does Acres of Hope accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Acres of Hope give?
$5,080 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $185.
Who runs Acres of Hope?
Its 2024 filing lists Lea M Morgan (President), Joseph S Morgan (Director) and Tanner S Morgan (Director).
What does Acres of Hope fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.