AP Kirby Jr Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
AP Kirby Jr Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Mendham, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $10.0 million in 102 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $7.8 million. 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$10.0 million
- Number of grants102
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$7.8 million
- Assets$213 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $6.4 million the year before.
22% 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 | $5.5 million | 82 | $133 million |
| 2024 | $6.4 million | 91 | $152 million |
| 2025 | $10.0 million | 102 | $213 million |
How to apply
AP Kirby Jr 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 AP Kirby Jr Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 23 | $8.3 million |
| Virginia | 15 | $415,000 |
| District of Columbia | 15 | $360,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 14 | $322,000 |
| New York | 6 | $135,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $110,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $70,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $61,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $60,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of New Jersey | Charitable | $7.8 million |
| United Services Organization | Charitable | $150,000 |
| United Way of Morris County | Charitable | $125,000 |
| State Policy Network | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Gardent State Initiative | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Karl Stirner Arts Trail Inc | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Honor Flight Inc | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Kirby Angeline E Memorial Health Ce | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Intrepid Fallen Hero Fund | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Salvation Army - National Headquart | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Independence for Veterans Inc | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Alzheimer's Disease Research Founda | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Mayo Performing Arts Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Foundation for Morristown Memorial | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Shriner's Hospital for Children | Charitable | $45,000 |
| America's Future Foundation | Charitable | $45,000 |
| Adam J Lewis Academy | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Marian Sutherland Kirby Library | Charitable | $30,000 |
| K9 For Warriors | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Travis Mills Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Blair Academy | Charitable | $25,000 |
| American Immigration Control Fdnt | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| National Center for Public Policy R | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Warrior Scholar Project | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Hire Heroes USA | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Fund for American Studies | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Honor Flight Inc | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Donnie Edwards Best Defense Foundat | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Warwick Historical Society | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Clare Boothe Luce Center for Cons W | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Bill of Rights Institute | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Student Free Press Association | Charitable | $11,000 |
| American Institute for Cancer Resea | Charitable | $10,000 |
| George Mason University Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Milan S Kirby
- Jessie K Lee
- Slater B Kirby
- Coray S Kirby
- Carl O Helstrom
Questions people ask
Does AP Kirby Jr Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does AP Kirby Jr Foundation Inc give?
$10.0 million in tax year 2025, across 102 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs AP Kirby Jr Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Milan S Kirby (Chairman), Jessie K Lee (Trustee), Slater B Kirby (Treasurer) and Coray S Kirby (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does AP Kirby Jr Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, health and education.