Kairos Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kairos Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $12,636 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $125 and the largest $3,944. 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$12,636
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$125
- Largest grant$3,944
- Assets$153,563
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9,790 the year before.
61% of its 2024 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 | $9,790 | 18 | $171,404 |
| 2024 | $12,636 | 28 | $153,563 |
How to apply
Kairos 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 Kairos Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 9 | $8,344 |
| Minnesota | 7 | $2,057 |
| California | 4 | $1,000 |
| New York | 3 | $675 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $400 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $125 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $35 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Vista Unitarian Universali | Unrestricted | $3,944 |
| Arizona Center for Empowerment | Unrestricted | $3,650 |
| Common Ground Meditation Center | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Inequality Media | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | Unrestricted | $300 |
| The More Than Project | Unrestricted | $207 |
| World Central Kitchen | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | Unrestricted | $200 |
| The Loft | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Tohono Chul | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Unity Unitarian Church | Unrestricted | $150 |
| Heifer International | Unrestricted | $125 |
| Arizona Sonora Desert Museum | Unrestricted | $125 |
| Arizona Historical Society | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Arizona Public Media | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Consumers Checkbook | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Minnesota Historical Society | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Smithsonian Institutionnmaahc | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Twin Cities Public Television | Unrestricted | $100 |
| American Civil Liberties Union FNDT | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Insight Meditation Center | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Musical Instrument Museum | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Braver Angels | Unrestricted | $75 |
| Catalina State Park | Unrestricted | $75 |
| Tucson Presidio Trust for Historic | Unrestricted | $50 |
| Mother Jones Foundation | Unrestricted | $35 |
Officers and trustees
- Cheri Desmond May
- Allen Desmond
- Barbara Coffin
Questions people ask
Does Kairos Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kairos Foundation give?
$12,636 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $125.
Who runs Kairos Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cheri Desmond May (President), Allen Desmond (Secr./Treasurer) and Barbara Coffin (Director).
What does Kairos Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.