The Copia Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Copia Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $480,850 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$480,850
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $432,500 the year before.
44% 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 | $378,000 | 38 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $432,500 | 43 | $6.6 million |
| 2025 | $480,850 | 42 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mary B Bishop 1640 Lakewood Drive, Lexington, KY 40502 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (859) 455-6976, marybeth.bishop@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Grant application form with information about the organization, project description, personnel involved, statement of need/rationale, project objectives, population served, anticipated outcomes & budget/funding sources |
| Restrictions | Kentucky charitable, literary, educational or religious organization |
What The Copia Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 40 | $473,850 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Divine Providence Inc DBA the Catholic Action Center Inc | Charitable gift | $100,000 |
| Refuge Ministries Inc - the Refuge Clinic | Charitable gift | $35,000 |
| Jessamine County Schools - the Providence School | Charitable gift | $25,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass Inc | Charitable gift | $20,000 |
| Camp Horsin' Around | Charitable gift | $20,000 |
| Children's Advocacy Center of the Bluegrass Inc | Charitable gift | $20,000 |
| Christian Appalachian Project Inc | Charitable gift | $20,000 |
| Garrard County Homeless Coalition Inc (GCHC) | Charitable gift | $20,000 |
| Oneida Baptist Institute | Charitable gift | $15,000 |
| The University of Kentucky Woman's Club Incorporated | Charitable gift | $13,000 |
| Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Kentucky Diabetes Camp for Children Inc - DBA Camp Hendon | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Bluegrass Care Navigators | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Critically Loved Inc | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| The Kiwanis Club of Lexington Bluegrass | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Mission Health Lexington | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| University of Kentucky Dance Blue | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Family Scholar House Inc - One Parent Scholar House | Charitable gift | $7,500 |
| Central Kentucky Riding for Hope Inc | Charitable gift | $7,500 |
| Vips Central Ky | Charitable gift | $7,500 |
| Center for Women Children and Families Inc | Charitable gift | $7,500 |
| Center for Women Children and Families Inc | Charitable gift | $7,500 |
| The Justin King Foundation Incorporated - Justin's Place | Charitable gift | $7,000 |
| The Presbytery of Transylvania (USA) Inc - Urban Village Nicholasville | Charitable gift | $6,750 |
| Sonlight Fellowship Church of God - Back Pack Ministry | Charitable gift | $6,500 |
| Best Friends Adult Day Center | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Bluegrass Families First Inc | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Central Music Academy | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Freedom Christian Foundation Inc | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Lexington Children's Theatre Inc | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| The Aviation Museum of Kentucky Inc | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Bluegrass Parkinson's Alliance | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| For Hank's Sake | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Hooves of Hope Equestrian Center Inc | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Kentucky Horse Park Foundation Inc | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Presbyterian Child Welfare Agency of Buckhorn Ky | Charitable gift | $4,000 |
| Altrusa International of Lexington Ky Inc | Charitable gift | $2,600 |
| Mentors & Meals Inc | Charitable gift | $2,500 |
| Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association Inc | Charitable gift | $2,000 |
| Fayette County Special Olympics | Charitable gift | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary B Bishop
- Jay McMurtry
- Donald R Addington Cpa
- Ben H Doyle
- Cynthia M Parker
- Jana M Stiles
- Elizabeth A Bishop
- James C McMurtry
- Jason C McMurtry
- Philip J Parker
Questions people ask
Does The Copia Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Copia Foundation Inc give?
$480,850 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Copia Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary B Bishop (Director & President), Jay McMurtry (Director & Vice President), Donald R Addington Cpa (Director & Treasurer) and Ben H Doyle (Director) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does The Copia Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.