Kindred Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Kindred Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $717,803 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$717,803
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
91% 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 | $687,769 | 8 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 11 | $4.4 million |
| 2025 | $717,803 | 22 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Kindred 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 Kindred Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 4 | $450,000 |
| Kentucky | 6 | $90,303 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $55,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $22,500 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Community Foundation of Middle TN | General operating support | $400,000 |
| Kindred Employee Assistance Fund Inc | General operating support | $67,003 |
| American Lung Association | General operating support | $55,000 |
| Feeding America | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | General operating support | $25,000 |
| American Heart Association | General operating support | $22,500 |
| Siloam Health | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Cabbage Patch Settlement House | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Clinton County Foundation | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Columbus Alliance for Battered Women LLC | General operating support | $10,000 |
| House of Reconciliation | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Macedonia Community Development | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Reliance Ministries Inc | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Waymaker Off Road Wheelchairs | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Glacial Community YMCA | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Jadens Place | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Louisville Metro Police Foundation | General operating support | $5,000 |
| March of Dimes Inc | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Pentecostal House of Prayer Gifts of Hope | General operating support | $5,000 |
| The Coalition for the Homeless Inc | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Simmons College of Ky Inc | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Ynpf Inc | General operating support | $800 |
Officers and trustees
- Rob Jay
- Jeanie Rittenberry
- Michelle Rigby
Questions people ask
Does Kindred Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kindred Foundation Inc give?
$717,803 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Kindred Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Rob Jay (Officer), Jeanie Rittenberry (President) and Michelle Rigby (Officer).
What does Kindred Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, health and education.