Middleground Capital Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Middleground Capital Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $342,220 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $1,560 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$342,220
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$1,560
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$44,940
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was down from $522,986 the year before.
64% 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 | $33,998 | 17 | $64,492 |
| 2024 | $522,986 | 45 | $7,506 |
| 2025 | $342,220 | 25 | $44,940 |
How to apply
Middleground Capital 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.
What Middleground Capital Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 17 | $320,364 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $12,500 |
| New York | 2 | $5,250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $1,083 |
| California | 1 | $265 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $258 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky Gaton College of Business | Operating support | $200,000 |
| Lexington Center Corp | Operating support | $50,015 |
| YMCA of Central Kentucky | Operating support | $20,000 |
| American National Red Cross | Operating support | $12,500 |
| Junior Achievement of the Bluegrass | Operating support | $11,095 |
| Big Brothers-Big Sisters of the Bluegrass Inc | Opertaing support | $10,000 |
| Norton's Children's Hospital Foundation | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Betty's Brave & Beautiful Hearts Foundation | Operating support | $7,515 |
| Generations Grow Network Inc | Operating support | $5,695 |
| Food Bank of New York City | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Mathcounts Foundation | Operating support | $2,500 |
| Elizabeth's Village (Scott County Hospitality House Inc) | Operating support | $1,788 |
| Lexington Children's Museum | Operating support | $1,560 |
| Salvation Army | Angel tree | $1,205 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Operating support | $833 |
| Trinity Christian Academy of Lexington | Operating support | $505 |
| Woodford County Food Pantry | Food drive | $407 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Inc | Operating support | $265 |
| University of North Carolina Kenan-Flager Business School Foundation | Operating support | $258 |
| Best Buddies in Kentucky | Operating support | $250 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Operating support | $250 |
| Center for Fathers and Families | Operating support | $245 |
| Buckhorn Children and Family Services | Operating support | $200 |
| University of Louisville Foundation | Operating support | $100 |
| Western Elementary School | Operating support | $34 |
Officers and trustees
- Madelyn Tutewiler
- Alicia Motomura
- Mike Bridge
- David Walden
Questions people ask
Does Middleground Capital Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Middleground Capital Charitable Foundation give?
$342,220 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $1,560.
Who runs Middleground Capital Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Madelyn Tutewiler (President), Alicia Motomura (Secretary), Mike Bridge (Director) and David Walden (Director).
What does Middleground Capital Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.