Knight Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Knight Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Cordova, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $34,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$34,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $33,200 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $49,100 | 4 | $0 |
| 2023 | $33,200 | 5 | $0 |
| 2024 | $34,000 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Knight Charitable 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 2 | $22,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| OSU Foundation | Support organization programs | $15,000 |
| MSU Foundation | Support organization programs | $12,000 |
| Men United | Support organization programs | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barry Knight
- Lana Knight
Questions people ask
Does Knight Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Knight Charitable Foundation give?
$34,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs Knight Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Barry Knight (Trustee) and Lana Knight (Trustee).