Samuel H Klein Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Samuel H Klein Family Foundation is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $93,600 in 52 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $12,100. 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$93,600
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$12,100
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $93,000 the year before.
19% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $90,300 | 49 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $93,000 | 53 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $93,600 | 52 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Samuel H Klein 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 Samuel H Klein Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 39 | $70,175 |
| Florida | 2 | $18,200 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $3,025 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $800 |
| Ohio | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $300 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250 |
| Maine | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Norton Healthcare Foundation | General fund | $12,100 |
| Gulf Coast Community Foundation | General fund | $10,400 |
| 21st Century Parks | General fund | $10,250 |
| The Temple | General fund | $9,042 |
| Congregation Adath Jeshurun | General fund | $7,800 |
| Congregation Ohev Shalom | General fund | $7,800 |
| University of Louisville | General fund | $6,000 |
| William J Simmons Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| First Tee of Louisville | General fund | $2,800 |
| Kentucky Humane Society | General fund | $2,500 |
| The Temple Congregation Ohabai Shalom | General fund | $1,925 |
| Center for Women & Families | General fund | $1,500 |
| Animal Care Society | General fund | $1,000 |
| Casa of the River Region | General fund | $1,000 |
| Centre College | General fund | $1,000 |
| Friends of Metro Animal Services (Fomas) | General fund | $1,000 |
| Olmsted Parks Conservancy | General fund | $1,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research | General fund | $1,000 |
| St Xavier High School | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Arrow Fund | General fund | $1,000 |
| PETS4LIFE Louisville | General fund | $800 |
| Kentucky Country Day School | General fund | $750 |
| Cabbage Patch Settlement House | General fund | $600 |
| Family Scholar House | General fund | $600 |
| Blessings in A Backpack | General fund | $500 |
| Dav-Disabled American Veterans | General fund | $500 |
| Wake Forest University | General fund | $500 |
| Crusade for Children | General fund | $483 |
| Oceana | General fund | $300 |
| Wayside Christian Mission | General fund | $300 |
| Duxbury Beach Reservation Inc | General fund | $250 |
| Washington & Lee | General fund | $250 |
| YMCA Safe Place Services | General fund | $250 |
| Alzheimers Association Ky & S in | General fund | $200 |
| American Red Cross | General fund | $200 |
| Brakes | General fund | $200 |
| Feed Louisville | General fund | $200 |
| Salvation Army | General fund | $200 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | General fund | $100 |
| Big Fluffy Dog Rescue | General fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee K Garlove
- William Yarmuth
- June K Atlas
Questions people ask
Does Samuel H Klein Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Samuel H Klein Family Foundation give?
$93,600 in tax year 2025, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Samuel H Klein Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lee K Garlove (Director), William Yarmuth (Director) and June K Atlas (Director).
What does Samuel H Klein Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and environment and conservation.