Keeneland Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Keeneland Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $346,170 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $72,064. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$346,170
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$72,064
- Assets$611,686
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $194,656 the year before.
70% 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 | $186,328 | 21 | $562,286 |
| 2024 | $194,656 | 16 | $658,072 |
| 2025 | $346,170 | 33 | $611,686 |
How to apply
| Contact | Keeneland Foundation 4201 Versailles Road PO Box 1690, Lexington, KY 40588-1690 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (859) 254-3412, giving@keeneland.com |
| What to submit | Completed grant application found on keeneland.com with cover letter in required format, proposed project budget and operating budget for the current year, list of board directors with addresses and business affiliations, IRS 501(c)(3) letter, resume and salary of executive director, and copy of the most recent audit. Descriptive literature may be provided but is optional. |
| Deadlines | 1st quarter - march 1, 2nd quarter - june 1, 3rd quarter - september 1, 4th quarter - november 1 |
| Restrictions | Funding will not be granted for the following requests: -from individuals -from political entities -for annual operating support -from primary and secondary schools -from fraternal or veterans organizations, unless the gift is in support of a recognized community project -to support operating funds of hospitals or other patient care institutions, although capital expansion programs may be considered. -from religious organizations for the exclusive benefit of one religious entity -to support youth sports leagues -to purchase tickets or sponsorships for charitable tournaments, luncheons, dinners, etc |
What Keeneland Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 31 | $326,170 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stable Recovery | General operating grant | $72,064 |
| Ed Brown Society | General operating grant | $50,000 |
| Lexington Public Library Foundation | General operating grant | $25,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General operating grant | $15,000 |
| Lexington Childrens Theatre Inc | General operating grant | $15,000 |
| Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation | General operating grant | $15,000 |
| Governor's Scholar Program Foundation | General operating grant | $10,000 |
| Life Adventure Center | General operating grant | $10,000 |
| Newton's Attic | General operating grant | $10,000 |
| Old Ladies Home DBA Ashland Terrace | General operating grant | $10,000 |
| YMCA of Central Ky | General operating grant | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Bluegrass Inc | General operating grant | $8,000 |
| Central Kentucky Riding for Hope Inc | General operating grant | $6,705 |
| Sayre Christian Village | General operating grant | $6,101 |
| Lexington Hearing & Speech Center | General operating grant | $5,050 |
| Angels Without Wings | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc | To support light up racing | $5,000 |
| Breeders' Cup Charities | Bc annual day of outreach | $5,000 |
| Commonwealth Fund for Ky Educational TV | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Community Ventures Corporation | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Grow Appalachia at Berea College | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Historic St Paul African Methodist | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Hooves of Hope Equestrian Center Inc | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Kentucky Equine Adoption Center | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Kentucky Equine Management Internship | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Key Assets Kentucky | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Secretariat Center | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| University of Kentucky | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Alano Club Inc | General operating grant | $3,750 |
| Jubilee Jobs of Lexington | General operating grant | $3,500 |
| Down Syndrome Association of Central Ky | General operating grant | $2,500 |
| Lexington History Museum | General operating grant | $2,500 |
| Kore Academy | General operating grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William M Lear Jr
- Shannon Bishop Arvin
- Kari West
- Hunter Stout
- Everett Dobson
- William S Farish Jr
Questions people ask
Does Keeneland Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 1st quarter - march 1, 2nd quarter - june 1, 3rd quarter - september 1, 4th quarter - november 1.
How much does Keeneland Foundation Inc give?
$346,170 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Keeneland Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William M Lear Jr (President & Director), Shannon Bishop Arvin (Vice President), Kari West (Secretary) and Hunter Stout (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Keeneland Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.