Great Meadows Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Great Meadows Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $280,044 in 66 grants; the typical grant was $3,350 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$280,044
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$3,350
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.1 million
Giving in 2024 was down from $529,411 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $352,050 | 52 | $2.1 million |
| 2023 | $529,411 | 60 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $280,044 | 66 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2024 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
Great Meadows 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 Great Meadows Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kentucky. It also paid $13,594 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 61 | $225,500 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| Indiana | 3 | $10,950 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $30,000 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $15,640 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $13,594 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $10,000 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $7,360 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $6,000 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $6,000 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $5,750 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $5,350 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $5,200 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,800 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,700 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,700 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,600 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,600 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,600 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,500 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,500 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,450 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,400 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,350 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,300 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,300 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $4,100 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,800 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,800 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,800 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,600 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,600 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,600 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,600 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,500 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,400 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,300 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,300 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,250 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,000 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,000 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,000 |
| Individual | Grant award to local artist | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephanie Barrett
- Michael Baldwin
- John Lueken
- Brook Smith
Questions people ask
Does Great Meadows Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Great Meadows Foundation Inc give?
$280,044 in tax year 2024, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $3,350.
Who runs Great Meadows Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephanie Barrett (President), Michael Baldwin (Vice Preside), John Lueken (Secretary) and Brook Smith (Director).
What does Great Meadows Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.