Whitaker Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Whitaker Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $971,000 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $205,000. 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$971,000
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$205,000
- Assets$22.1 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
17% 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 | $871,500 | 29 | $19.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 31 | $20.5 million |
| 2025 | $971,000 | 29 | $22.1 million |
How to apply
Whitaker 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 Whitaker Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 27 | $956,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $10,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Rescue Mission Inc | Support of programs | $205,000 |
| Leadership Kentucky Foundation Inc | Support of programs | $200,000 |
| Alice Lloyd College | Support of programs | $115,000 |
| Morehead State University | Support of programs | $90,000 |
| Housing Development Alliance Inc | Support of programs | $70,000 |
| Stamping Ground Church of God | Support of programs | $65,000 |
| DV8 Kitchen Vocational Training Foundation Inc | Support of programs | $25,000 |
| New Beginnings | Support of programs | $25,000 |
| Maple St Church of God | Support of programs | $20,000 |
| Berea Baptist Church | Support of programs | $15,000 |
| Amen House Inc | Support of programs | $10,000 |
| Appalachian Arts Alliance | Support of programs | $10,000 |
| Believing in Forever Inc | Support of programs | $10,000 |
| Christian Student Fellowship | Support of programs | $10,000 |
| Elkhorn City First Church of God | Support of programs | $10,000 |
| Galilean Children's Home | Support of programs | $10,000 |
| New Opportunity School for Women Inc | Support of programs | $10,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | Support of programs | $10,000 |
| University of the Cumberlands | Support of programs | $10,000 |
| Laurel Mission Inc | Support of programs | $6,000 |
| Bethel Mennonite Camp | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Betty's Brave & Beautiful Hearts Foundation | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Bluegrass Care Navigators | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Community Partners of Powell County Inc | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Old Paris Road Church of God | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Soaring Eagle | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Wabaco Pentecostal Church | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| First Alliance Church | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Gateway Children's Services | Support of programs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jack E Whitaker
- Jacquelin W Murphy
- Anna W Lake
- Elmer K Whitaker
- Beverly R Bales
Questions people ask
Does Whitaker Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whitaker Foundation Inc give?
$971,000 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Whitaker Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jack E Whitaker (President), Jacquelin W Murphy (Vice President), Anna W Lake (Treasurer) and Elmer K Whitaker (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Whitaker Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, housing and homelessness and education.