The Ben and Peggy Kates Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ben and Peggy Kates Foundation is a private foundation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $44,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $7,500. 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$44,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $43,500 the year before.
11% 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 | $43,500 | 14 | $963,681 |
| 2024 | $44,500 | 12 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Ben and Peggy Kates 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 Ben and Peggy Kates Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 12 | $44,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Positive Tomorrows | Elementary school for homeless child | $7,500 |
| Sunbeam Family Services | General operations | $7,500 |
| Individual | General operations | $5,000 |
| Teem | General operations | $5,000 |
| Lions Meadows of Hope | General opeartaions | $5,000 |
| Individual | General operations | $5,000 |
| Pivot Project Okc | General operations | $2,500 |
| YMCA | General operations | $2,000 |
| Individual | General operations | $1,500 |
| Casa | General operations | $1,500 |
| Prairie Dance Theatre | General operations | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma City Visual Arts | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peggy Kates
Questions people ask
Does The Ben and Peggy Kates Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ben and Peggy Kates Foundation give?
$44,500 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs The Ben and Peggy Kates Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peggy Kates (Officer).
What does The Ben and Peggy Kates Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.