The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture Inc is a private foundation in Poteau, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,708 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $244 and the largest $4,987. 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$22,708
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$244
- Largest grant$4,987
- Assets$9.6 million
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,875 the year before.
92% 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 | $1,275 | 3 | $8.4 million |
| 2024 | $1,875 | 4 | $8.9 million |
| 2025 | $22,708 | 24 | $9.6 million |
How to apply
The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 6 | $10,992 |
| Maryland | 1 | $4,025 |
| New York | 1 | $3,259 |
| Missouri | 10 | $3,215 |
| Oklahoma | 6 | $1,217 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas | Weed management field day | $4,987 |
| Dripping Springs Garden | Ozark mastermind conference | $4,220 |
| Plant to Profit | Ozark mastermind conference | $4,025 |
| Paul Arnold | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $3,259 |
| Millsap Farms LLC | Winter wisdom training - catering & lodging | $950 |
| Shaun Francis | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $808 |
| Calm and Confidence | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $577 |
| Lijing Gao | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $508 |
| Holly Dobbs | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $442 |
| Happy Hollow Farm | Winter wisdom training - speaker stipend | $385 |
| Justin Keay | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $381 |
| Box Turtle Farm | Ozark mastermind conference - catering & lodging | $255 |
| Garima Srivastava | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $234 |
| Wister Fire Department | Donation to non-profit organization | $200 |
| Leflore County Conservation District | 2025 tri-county forestry contest | $200 |
| Middle Fork Farm | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour stipend | $200 |
| Prairie Woods Farm | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour stipend | $200 |
| Hannah Adams | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $200 |
| Campbell Laird | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $153 |
| Crystal Ashalintubbi-Shipman | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $150 |
| Patrick Byers | Winter wisdom training | $150 |
| Ramon Arancibia | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $130 |
| Allison Gunter | Arkansas-oklahoma farm tour | $69 |
| Weaver's | Donation to process deer for hunters against hunger (through the oklahoma dept. Of wildlife conservation) | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- David Redhage
- Jim Horne
- Elisabeth Speake
- Sue Waugaman
- Sue Gray-Melaugh
- Warren Roberts
- Ray Moranz
- Cheryl Cheadle
- John Haase
Questions people ask
Does The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture Inc give?
$22,708 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $244.
Who runs The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists David Redhage (President), Jim Horne (Trustee), Elisabeth Speake (Secretary) and Sue Waugaman (Treasurer) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.