The Kimel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kimel Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $227,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$227,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $190,275 the year before.
36% 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 | $119,000 | 11 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $190,275 | 11 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $227,000 | 11 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
The Kimel 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 Kimel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 8 | $137,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $35,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Angels Castle | charitable contribution | $80,000 |
| dc central kitchen | charitable contributions | $50,000 |
| Innocence Project | charitable contributions | $35,000 |
| Kettering City Schools Forward Foundation | charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| St Xavier High School | charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| United Way of Greater Cincinnati | charitable contributions | $10,000 |
| Green Umbrella | charitable contributions | $5,000 |
| Teen Court of Sarasota Inc | charitable contributions | $5,000 |
| Kare | charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Arts Wave | charitable contributions | $500 |
| Angels Watch | charitable contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen C Kisling
- Ann Kisling
- Alex Kisling
- Scott Kisling
- Monisha Kisling
- Stephanie Kisling
Questions people ask
Does The Kimel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kimel Foundation give?
$227,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Kimel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen C Kisling (President), Ann Kisling (Sec & Treas), Alex Kisling (Director) and Scott Kisling (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Kimel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.