Helen L Kay Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
Helen L Kay Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $161,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$161,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was down from $330,500 the year before.
83% 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 | $318,000 | 34 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $330,500 | 38 | $6.9 million |
| 2025 | $161,000 | 23 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Rachel Gulledge 411 West Lafayette, Detroit, MI 48226 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (313) 222-3568 |
| What to submit | No forms are needed. A letter explaining the need and use of funds is required |
| Deadlines | No deadlines are imposed |
| Restrictions | No restrictions are placed on the awarding of grants. |
What Helen L Kay Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 16 | $82,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $43,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $23,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church of East Brady | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| Shriner's Hospital for Children | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| Starr Commonwealth | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| Goodwill Ind of Greater Detroit | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| Cancer Research Institute | Support of daily operations | $10,000 |
| Athletes for Charity | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| New City Kids | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Project | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Bottomless Toy Chest | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Oakland Family Services | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Epilepsy Foundation | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Rochester Area Neighborhood House | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Pewabic Society Inc | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Lions Visually Impaired Youth Camp Inc | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| National Bone Marrow Transplant Link | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Gildas Club-Metro Detroit | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Oihn FBO Honor Community Health | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Hunter Hospitality House | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Little Heroes League | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Weslyn A Bennett Foundation | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Refugee Garden Initiatives | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Fifth Third Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Helen L Kay Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No deadlines are imposed.
How much does Helen L Kay Charitable Trust give?
$161,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Helen L Kay Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Fifth Third Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Helen L Kay Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and youth programs.