Knight Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Knight Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $532,648 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $133,162 and the largest $266,324. 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$532,648
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$133,162
- Largest grant$266,324
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $547,376 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $547,376 | 3 | $12.3 million |
| 2024 | $532,648 | 3 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
Knight Charitable Trust 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 Knight Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $266,324 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $266,324 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bacone College | General | $266,324 |
| First Baptist Church | General | $133,162 |
| Judson Retirement Community | General | $133,162 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark F Swary
Questions people ask
Does Knight Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Knight Charitable Trust give?
$532,648 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $133,162.
Who runs Knight Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark F Swary (Trustee).
What does Knight Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.