The John C Kish Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The John C Kish Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.3 million in 85 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $393,070. 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$3.3 million
- Number of grants85
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$393,070
- Assets$0
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.9 million the year before.
41% of its 2025 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 | $3.0 million | 79 | $33.5 million |
| 2024 | $3.9 million | 68 | $0 |
| 2025 | $3.3 million | 85 | $0 |
How to apply
The John C Kish 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 The John C Kish Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Nevada. It also paid $10,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 32 | $1.3 million |
| Utah | 32 | $870,000 |
| California | 5 | $330,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $210,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $158,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 2 | $40,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Social Cirkish Foundation | Unrestricted general support | $393,070 |
| Unlv Foundation | Unrestricted general support | $170,000 |
| Blue Bridges Inc | Unrestricted general support | $158,000 |
| Hilltop Tabernacle Church | Unrestricted general support | $150,000 |
| Wilson University | Unrestricted general support | $120,000 |
| Battlefield Apostolic Church | Unrestricted general support | $100,000 |
| Park City Community Foundation | Unrestricted general support | $100,000 |
| Smith Center for the Performing Arts | Unrestricted general support | $100,000 |
| Blue Heart Ministries | Unrestricted general support | $100,000 |
| Fidelity Jesus Name Church | Unrestricted general support | $100,000 |
| Grandview Pentecostal Church | Unrestricted general support | $100,000 |
| Acts Lighthouse Ministries | Unrestricted general support | $80,000 |
| Vegas Golden Knights Foundation | Unrestricted general support | $61,400 |
| Rebel Hockey Club | Unrestricted general support | $54,000 |
| Utah Symphony | Unrestricted general support | $50,000 |
| Ballet West | Unrestricted general support | $50,000 |
| Peoples Health Clinic | Unrestricted general support | $50,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted general support | $50,000 |
| Volunteers of America - Utah | Unrestricted general support | $50,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted general support | $50,000 |
| Landmark Pentecostal Church | Unrestricted general support | $50,000 |
| Engineers Without Borders USA | Unrestricted general support | $50,000 |
| NV School of the Arts | Unrestricted general support | $45,000 |
| Soul Dog Rescue Shelter | Unrestricted general support | $40,000 |
| The Center | Unrestricted general support | $38,000 |
| Utah State University Swaner Preserve | Unrestricted general support | $35,000 |
| Park City Performance | Unrestricted general support | $35,000 |
| Faith Mountain Pentecostal Church | Unrestricted general support | $35,000 |
| LV Area Council | Unrestricted general support | $32,000 |
| US Speedskating | Unrestricted general support | $30,000 |
| Unlv Football Foundation | Unrestricted general support | $30,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted general support | $30,000 |
| The Inn Between | Unrestricted general support | $30,000 |
| Children's Tumor Foundation | Unrestricted general support | $30,000 |
| Equality Utah Foundation | Unrestricted general support | $30,000 |
| Bethel Tabernacle Church | Unrestricted general support | $25,000 |
| KPCW | Unrestricted general support | $25,000 |
| University of Utah | Unrestricted general support | $25,000 |
| Uga Foundation | Unrestricted general support | $25,000 |
| The Rock Church | Unrestricted general support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Blouin
- H Matthew Frazier
- Melina Nicolatus
Questions people ask
Does The John C Kish Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John C Kish Foundation give?
$3.3 million in tax year 2025, across 85 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The John C Kish Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Blouin (Principal), H Matthew Frazier (Principal) and Melina Nicolatus (Principal).
What does The John C Kish Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.