Northern Kenya Fund
Preselected recipients only
Northern Kenya Fund is a private foundation in Hunt Valley, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $814,930 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $407,465 and the largest $794,930. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$814,930
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$407,465
- Largest grant$794,930
- Assets$37,017
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $142,750 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $142,750 | 2 | $348,289 |
| 2024 | $814,930 | 2 | $37,017 |
How to apply
Northern Kenya Fund 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Northern Kenya Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Montana. It also paid $794,930 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chalbi Scholars Organization | Education | $794,930 |
| Individual | Gabra chronology project | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher L Bunting
- Rebekah S Bunting
Questions people ask
Does Northern Kenya Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Northern Kenya Fund give?
$814,930 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $407,465.
Who runs Northern Kenya Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Christopher L Bunting (President/Director) and Rebekah S Bunting (Secretary/Treasurer/Direct).
What does Northern Kenya Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.