Nafzger Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nafzger Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $55,667 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $33,000. 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$55,667
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$33,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $48,730 the year before.
46% of its 2024 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 | $48,730 | 26 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $55,667 | 11 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Nafzger Family 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 Nafzger Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $33,000 |
| Kentucky | 4 | $8,426 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,241 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $3,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritan's Purse | Operating expenses | $33,000 |
| St Patrick Catholic School | Operating expenses | $6,826 |
| Food for the Poor | Operating expenses | $5,241 |
| Heritage House Inc | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Sdsu Foundation | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Kentucky Racetrack Chaplaincy | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Rd Care Center | Operating expenses | $500 |
| Christ Church United Methodist | Operating expenses | $300 |
| Sayre School | Operating expenses | $300 |
| Olton Cemetery | Operating expneses | $250 |
| Olton Volunteer Ambulance Assn | Operating expenses | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Carl Nafzger
- Wanda Nafzger
Questions people ask
Does Nafzger Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nafzger Family Foundation give?
$55,667 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Nafzger Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carl Nafzger (Trustee) and Wanda Nafzger (Trustee).
What does Nafzger Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.