Centene Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Centene Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $39.4 million in 155 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $2.9 million. 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$39.4 million
- Number of grants155
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$2.9 million
- Assets$198 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $29.8 million the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $34.7 million | 186 | $222 million |
| 2023 | $29.8 million | 126 | $220 million |
| 2024 | $39.4 million | 155 | $198 million |
How to apply
Centene 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 Centene Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 32 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $11.9 million |
| Missouri | 35 | $4.8 million |
| Illinois | 9 | $3.1 million |
| Georgia | 13 | $2.7 million |
| Texas | 12 | $2.4 million |
| District of Columbia | 8 | $1.3 million |
| Michigan | 4 | $1.3 million |
| Maryland | 2 | $1.1 million |
| Iowa | 1 | $1.1 million |
| Nebraska | 2 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JWCH Institute Inc | Residential care facility for persons experiencing homelessness | $2.9 million |
| Community Health Development Inc | Support new construction and associated site | $2.3 million |
| Physicians for A Healthy California | Support latino physician representation coalition vision | $2.3 million |
| Safer Foundation | Provide $2 million over three years | $1.6 million |
| Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science | Securing the workforce pathway for physician diversit | $1.5 million |
| Central Iowa Shelter & Services | Simplify and educate community members | $1.1 million |
| Altamed Health Services Corporation | Altamed community mobile services program | $1.0 million |
| Community Medical Centers Inc | Provide medical care and bh services | $1.0 million |
| Georgia Southern University | Increase recruitment, enrollment, retention, and graduation of bsn nursing students | $1.0 million |
| Health Center Association of Nebraska | Establish & implement project access | $1.0 million |
| Kaweah Delta Hospital Foundation | Using geocoding methodologies - to enhance health care quality, access, and health outcomes | $1.0 million |
| Love One Louisiana Foundation | Love one louisiana foundation contribution | $1.0 million |
| Medical College of Georgia Foundation | Pilot a one-year prescription produce program to improve food and nutrition security | $1.0 million |
| Missouri Coalition for Primary Health Care | Create a center of excellence and conference cente | $1.0 million |
| National Association of Community Health Centers | Promote efficiency, improve patient and provider experience, and advance equitable health outcomes | $1.0 million |
| Vision Y Compromiso | Mitigate pediatric health disparities | $1.0 million |
| Osf Multi-Specialty Group DBA Osf Oncall | Provide patient education and support | $920,000 |
| City of Albuquerque Foundation | Support as one of anchor partners | $833,333 |
| Oakwood Creative Care Inc | Gift cards distributed to npo | $750,000 |
| The Municipal Theatre Association of St Louis | Second century capital campaign | $600,000 |
| Urban League of Metropolitan St Louis | Provide medical equipment | $574,070 |
| The Jed Foundation | Support structures and light bridge | $518,225 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (Bbbsa) | Mental health and well beingsupport | $500,000 |
| Charmeck Family Justice Center Inc | Provide range of wraparound services | $500,000 |
| Cardinal Glennon Children's Foundation | Enhancing access to pediatric care | $433,334 |
| KIPP Foundation | Kipp foundation - my 2020-2025 | $400,000 |
| The Opportunity Trust | Support for parents | $400,000 |
| Beyond Differences | School-based program | $391,482 |
| West Hawaii Community Health Center Inc | Support matching gift for centene board | $375,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | Benevity - spark - float fund payment | $365,000 |
| Georgia Association for Primary Health Care Inc | Disaster relief - hurricane helene | $358,333 |
| Little Bit Foundation | General contribution | $354,700 |
| Indiana University Health Foundation Inc | Expanding the congregational care network in northern indiana | $350,000 |
| National Hispanic Health Foundation | A one-year program for 10 talented mid-career hispanic physicians interested in future careers in advocacy or policymaking at the federal or state level. | $350,000 |
| Forest Park Forever Inc | Offer community health programming, recreational activities and social gatherings | $333,334 |
| Nevada Health Centers | Medical maternity home program | $333,334 |
| Alternatives for Girls | Permanent supportive housing project | $333,333 |
| Buffalo Urban League Inc | Support construction | $333,333 |
| Neighborhood Service Organization | Medical respite for the homeless | $333,333 |
| University Physician Group DBA Wayne Health | Support to meet changing healthcare demands | $333,333 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew L Asher
- Keith H Williamson
- Sarah M London
- Christopher A Koster
- Kenneth J Fasola
Questions people ask
Does Centene Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Centene Foundation give?
$39.4 million in tax year 2024, across 155 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Centene Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew L Asher (Director/Treasurer), Keith H Williamson (Director/President), Sarah M London (Director/Chairman) and Christopher A Koster (Director/Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Centene Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and housing and homelessness.