Golightly Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Golightly Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $233,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $16,250 and the largest $200,000. 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$233,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$16,250
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $125,800 the year before.
33% 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 | $124,500 | 3 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $125,800 | 4 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $233,500 | 4 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Golightly Family 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 Golightly Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $200,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $27,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Donation to general fund | $200,000 |
| Summit Academy | General scholarship fund | $27,500 |
| Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue | For the care of rescued horses. | $5,000 |
| Individual | General scholarship fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eldon J Golightly
- M Kathryn Golightly
- Thomas J Golightly
Questions people ask
Does Golightly Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Golightly Family Foundation Inc give?
$233,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $16,250.
Who runs Golightly Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Eldon J Golightly (President), M Kathryn Golightly (Director) and Thomas J Golightly (Director).
What does Golightly Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.