Dig Deeper Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Dig Deeper Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Union, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.7 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$48.9 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $503,500 the year before.
56% 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 | $484,000 | 11 | $9.2 million |
| 2024 | $503,500 | 15 | $45.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.7 million | 27 | $48.9 million |
How to apply
Dig Deeper 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 Dig Deeper Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 12 | $1.3 million |
| Ohio | 5 | $240,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $115,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Life Learning Center | General contribution | $600,000 |
| Happy Church | General contribution | $465,000 |
| Master Provisions | General contribution | $100,000 |
| Project 5-2 Ministry | General contribution | $100,000 |
| Southshore Community Church | General contribution | $100,000 |
| Back 2 Back Ministries | General contribution | $60,000 |
| Sam Hubbard Foundation | General contribution | $55,000 |
| St Vincente de Paul of Northern Kentucky | General contribution | $50,000 |
| Navigators | General contribution | $15,000 |
| The Lit Movement | General contribution | $15,000 |
| First Church of Christ | General contribution | $11,000 |
| Boone County 4H Ouncil | General contribution | $10,941 |
| Campus Outreach Lexington | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Disciples of All Nations Church | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Kingdom Inclusion | General contribution | $10,000 |
| New Life Assembly of God | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Pel Ministries | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Sportsmen's Club of Fort Worth | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Urban Outreach Nkycincinnati | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Young Life | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship of Northern Kentucky | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Fellowship of Christan Athletes | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Great Commission Fellowship Ministries | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Kentucky Jail Ministry | General contribution | $5,000 |
| New Day Ranch | General contribution | $5,000 |
| The Church at Dixie | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Far and Away Missions | General contribution | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Newman
- Susan Newman
- Justin Newman
- Meredith Newman
Questions people ask
Does Dig Deeper Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dig Deeper Foundation Inc give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Dig Deeper Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Newman (President), Susan Newman (Vice President), Justin Newman (Treasurer) and Meredith Newman (Secretary).
What does Dig Deeper Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.