The Jaquish & Kenninger Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jaquish & Kenninger Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $655,550 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$655,550
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$14.5 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
38% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 9 | $13.7 million |
| 2024 | $655,550 | 8 | $14.5 million |
How to apply
The Jaquish & Kenninger 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Jaquish & Kenninger Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $400,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $180,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $25,550 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Caller News Foundation | Public interest | $250,000 |
| Public Interest Legal Foundation | Public interest | $180,000 |
| Becket | Public interest | $150,000 |
| Salem Multicultural Institute | Community services | $20,000 |
| Robert Irvine Foundation | Financial support for active duty, veterans,first responders and their families | $20,000 |
| Indiana State Museum | Education | $20,000 |
| Austin Colony Chapter Nsdar | Community service and public interest civic projects. | $10,000 |
| Purdue for Life Foundation | Education | $5,550 |
Officers and trustees
- Gail A Jaquish
- Steven C Kenninger
- Stewart L Hayes
- R Taylor Bennett
Questions people ask
Does The Jaquish & Kenninger Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jaquish & Kenninger Foundation give?
$655,550 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Jaquish & Kenninger Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gail A Jaquish (Pres & Sec), Steven C Kenninger (CFO & Treasurer), Stewart L Hayes (Trustee) and R Taylor Bennett (Trustee).
What does The Jaquish & Kenninger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.