Farm Income Improvement Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Farm Income Improvement Foundation is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2023 it gave $65,059 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $22,000 and the largest $32,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$65,059
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$22,000
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$0
How to apply
Farm Income Improvement 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Farm Income Improvement Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 2 | $42,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $22,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation | Beef tour and certified farm market tour sponsorship | $32,000 |
| Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation | Industry partner and farm education meeting sponsorship | $22,000 |
| Burley & Dark Tobacco Producer Association | Annual meeting sponsorship | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Haney
- Eddie Melton
- Sharon Furches
- Drew Graham
- Al Pedigo
- Barry Bush
- Darrell Varner
- Eric Mayberry
- Larry Clark
- Rhedona Rose
- Shane Wiseman
Questions people ask
Does Farm Income Improvement Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Farm Income Improvement Foundation give?
$65,059 in tax year 2023, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $22,000.
Who runs Farm Income Improvement Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Mark Haney (President), Eddie Melton (First Vice President), Sharon Furches (Second Vice President) and Drew Graham (Secretary/Treasurer) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Farm Income Improvement Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.