Newcomb Family Trust
Preselected recipients only
Newcomb Family Trust is a private foundation in Bardstown, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $155,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $18,300 and the largest $57,600. 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$155,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$18,300
- Largest grant$57,600
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $133,100 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $137,800 | 6 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $133,100 | 6 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $155,000 | 6 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Newcomb Family Trust 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 Newcomb Family Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 6 | $155,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem High School | Education and general operations support | $57,600 |
| St Joseph School | Education and general operations support | $36,100 |
| St Gregory School | Education and general operations support | $18,300 |
| St Catherine of Alexandria Academy | Education and general operations support | $18,300 |
| St Ann School | Education and general operations support | $18,300 |
| St Augustine School | Education and general operations support | $6,400 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Newcomb Jr
- William D Newcomb
- Barbara N Greenwell
Questions people ask
Does Newcomb Family Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Newcomb Family Trust give?
$155,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $18,300.
Who runs Newcomb Family Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists John L Newcomb Jr (Trustee), William D Newcomb (Trustee) and Barbara N Greenwell (Trustee).
What does Newcomb Family Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.