William T Young Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
William T Young Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $791,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$791,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$8.1 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $758,825 the year before.
39% 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 | $693,500 | 16 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $758,825 | 16 | $8.1 million |
| 2025 | $791,000 | 13 | $8.1 million |
How to apply
William T Young 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 William T Young Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 5 | $354,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $125,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $27,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky Opera Theatre | Subsidy | $250,000 |
| Ohio State University Foundation | Subsidy | $125,000 |
| Common Good | Subsidy | $100,000 |
| Greens Farms Academy Inc | Subsidy | $100,000 |
| Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation | Subsidy | $75,000 |
| Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco | Subsidy | $27,000 |
| Chatham Orpheum Theater | Subsidy | $25,000 |
| Uniting Voices Lexington | Subsidy | $25,000 |
| University of Virginia | Subsidy | $25,000 |
| The Nest Center for Women Children and Families Inc | Subsidy | $15,000 |
| Governor's School for the Arts Kentucky Performing Arts | Subsidy | $12,000 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| The Lexington Theatre Company | Subsidy | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William T Young Jr
- Douglas Dean
- John H Lovern
- Christopher H Young
- Meade Y Fogel
- Lucy Y Hamilton
Questions people ask
Does William T Young Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William T Young Foundation Inc give?
$791,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs William T Young Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William T Young Jr (President & Director), Douglas Dean (Vice President & Director), John H Lovern (Secretary/Treasurer & Dire) and Christopher H Young (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does William T Young Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.