Turner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Turner Foundation is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $46,849 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $6,073. 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$46,849
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$6,073
- Assets$812,093
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,023 the year before.
41% 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 | $49,730 | 16 | $728,470 |
| 2024 | $50,023 | 13 | $740,765 |
| 2025 | $46,849 | 17 | $812,093 |
How to apply
Turner 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 Turner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 9 | $19,073 |
| North Carolina | 4 | $15,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,200 |
| Georgia | 2 | $4,576 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| KY Race Track Chaplaincy | General Fund | $6,073 |
| Fca | General fund | $5,200 |
| Bridge over India | General fund | $5,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | General fund | $5,000 |
| Southern Baptist Seminary | General Fund | $3,000 |
| Pioneer Bible Translators | General fund | $3,000 |
| MAI Soccer | General Fund | $3,000 |
| Stonebridge Church | General fund | $2,576 |
| Wayside Christian Mission | General Fund | $2,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelical Assn | General fund | $2,000 |
| Hopeful Hearts | General Fund | $2,000 |
| Portland Christian | General fund | $2,000 |
| National Christian Foundation | General fund | $2,000 |
| Blessings in a Box | General Fund | $1,000 |
| In His Grip | General fund | $1,000 |
| Bside U for Life | General fund | $1,000 |
| Critically Loved | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Lynn Boshart
- John Boshart
- Jennifer Boshart
Questions people ask
Does Turner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Turner Foundation give?
$46,849 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Turner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nancy Lynn Boshart (Director), John Boshart (Director) and Jennifer Boshart (Director).
What does Turner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.