Pin Oak Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Pin Oak Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $125,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $125,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$125,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$125,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $275,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $175,000 | 1 | $7.2 million |
| 2023 | $500,000 | 1 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $275,000 | 1 | $7.9 million |
| 2025 | $125,000 | 1 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
Pin Oak 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 Pin Oak Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 1 | $125,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegrass Community Foundation | Public charity | $125,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John W Backer Jr
- Teresa Damron
- Sharon Naas
Questions people ask
Does Pin Oak Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pin Oak Foundation Inc give?
$125,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $125,000.
Who runs Pin Oak Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John W Backer Jr (President), Teresa Damron (Trustee) and Sharon Naas (Trustee).
What does Pin Oak Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.