John E and Sheryl M Downing Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John E and Sheryl M Downing Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Bowling Green, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $3,000. 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$16,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$435,342
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $40,000 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 | $46,000 | 6 | $400,995 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 6 | $389,409 |
| 2025 | $16,000 | 6 | $435,342 |
How to apply
John E and Sheryl M Downing Family Charitable 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 3 | $9,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $3,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Folds of Honor | General support | $3,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $3,000 |
| American Printing for the Blind | General support | $3,000 |
| Brass | General support | $3,000 |
| Center for Courageous Kids | General support | $3,000 |
| Toys for Tots | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kim Mills Papp
- J Eric Downing
Questions people ask
Does John E and Sheryl M Downing Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John E and Sheryl M Downing Family Charitable Foundation give?
$16,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs John E and Sheryl M Downing Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kim Mills Papp (Co-Trustee) and J Eric Downing (Co-Trustee).