B J Killian Foundation
Preselected recipients only
B J Killian Foundation is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $510,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$510,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$11.3 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $510,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 | $500,000 | 26 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $510,000 | 25 | $10.5 million |
| 2025 | $510,000 | 25 | $11.3 million |
How to apply
B J Killian 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 B J Killian Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 24 | $480,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Owensboro Community College | Tuition, robotics program, | $55,000 |
| Apollo High School Robotics-Engineering Academy | General charitable purposes | $35,000 |
| Senior Community Center | Meals on wheels, general | $35,000 |
| Kentucky Wesleyan College | For c e field endowed | $30,000 |
| Washington University (Stlouis) | Designated for nancy wilson | $30,000 |
| Governor's School for the Arts | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Help Office of Owensboro Inc | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Wku Student Life Foundation | Scholarship funds, general | $22,500 |
| Cliff Hagan Boys & Girls Club | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Girls Inc | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Riverpark Center | Art teaches kids program | $20,000 |
| Ket | Matching gift cir, | $20,000 |
| Owensboro Family YMCA | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Casa of Ohio Valley Inc | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Boulware Mission Inc | General charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Oasis | General charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| J H Neblett Community Center Inc | General charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| St Benedict Joseph's Shelter | Your kids program | $15,000 |
| Daniel Pitino Shelter | General charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Owensboro Science Museum | General charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| New Beginnings | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Owensboro Youth Symphony | Your kids program | $10,000 |
| Hospice of Western Kentucky | General charitable purposes | $7,500 |
| Theatre Workshop of Owensboro | Your kids program | $7,500 |
| Goodfellows Club of Owensboro | General charitable purposes | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Rogers
- Mildred Killian
- James D Toler
- Peggy Gardner
Questions people ask
Does B J Killian Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does B J Killian Foundation give?
$510,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs B J Killian Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Rogers (Trustee, Part-Time), Mildred Killian (Trustee, Part-Time), James D Toler (Trustee, Part-Time) and Peggy Gardner (Trustee, Part-Time).
What does B J Killian Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.