Forage & Grassland Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Forage & Grassland Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,202 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $12,702. 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$28,202
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$12,702
- Assets$687,857
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,110 the year before.
54% 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 | $21,080 | 12 | $545,996 |
| 2024 | $25,110 | 10 | $609,812 |
| 2025 | $28,202 | 13 | $687,857 |
How to apply
Forage & Grassland 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 Forage & Grassland Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 3 | $18,952 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $1,750 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $750 |
| Kansas | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Grassland Congress | Virtual conferenceconferences | $12,702 |
| American Forage & Grassland Council | Conferences/research | $5,500 |
| North Dakota State University | Mission related education | $1,000 |
| Wilson College | Mission related education | $1,000 |
| Texas Tech University | Mission related education | $1,000 |
| University of Tennessee Knoxville | Mission related education | $1,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Madison | Mission related education | $1,000 |
| The Ohio State University | Mission related education | $1,000 |
| Purdue University | Mission related education | $1,000 |
| University of Arkansas Monticello | Mission relatd education | $750 |
| University of Kentucky | Travel grants to attend educational conference | $750 |
| University of Tennessee | Travel grants to attend educational conference | $750 |
| Kansas State University | Travel grants to attend educational conference | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan Rupert
- Liliane Silva
- Ray Smith
- Tom Keene
- Garry Lacefield
- Marcelo Wallau
- Marisol Berti
- Jordan Cox-O'Neill
- Kathryn Payne
- David Hunsberger
- Rachel Walker
- Josh Baker
Questions people ask
Does Forage & Grassland Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Forage & Grassland Foundation Inc give?
$28,202 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Forage & Grassland Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jonathan Rupert (President), Liliane Silva (Vice President), Ray Smith (Secretary) and Tom Keene (Treasurer) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does Forage & Grassland Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.