The Lou and Bud Kennedy Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Lou and Bud Kennedy Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boerne, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,419 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$32,419
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was down from $48,987 the year before.
68% 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 | $31,660 | 20 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $48,987 | 13 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $32,419 | 19 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Charles W Kennedy Jr 930 Tradition Circle Bldg D 207, Boerne, TX 78006 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (361) 537-9671 |
| What to submit | No particular form required |
| Restrictions | No restrictions or limitations |
What The Lou and Bud Kennedy Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $28,550 |
| Idaho | 1 | $1,200 |
| New York | 3 | $1,015 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $250 |
| Illinois | 1 | $204 |
| Kansas | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Safari Club International | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lifetime Recovery | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Transformation House | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Laity Lodge Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Faith Angler Network | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Bass Club of Champions | Charitable | $1,450 |
| St Helena's Episcopal Church | Charitable | $1,200 |
| Sun Valley Jazz Festival | Charitable | $1,200 |
| LSU School of Medicine | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Parkinson Disease Association | Charitable | $500 |
| American Parkinsons Disease Association | Charitable | $275 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Charitable | $250 |
| Round Top Festival Institute | Charitable | $250 |
| Center for Action and Contemplation | Charitable | $250 |
| Family Violence Prevention Services | Charitable | $250 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $240 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $204 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable | $200 |
| Special Olympics Texas | Charitable | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles W Kennedy Jr
- Louise P Kennedy
- Charles W Kennedy III
- Bennett H Kennedy
- Michael P Kennedy
Questions people ask
Does The Lou and Bud Kennedy Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Lou and Bud Kennedy Family Foundation give?
$32,419 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Lou and Bud Kennedy Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles W Kennedy Jr (President), Louise P Kennedy (VP/Sec/Treas), Charles W Kennedy III (Director) and Bennett H Kennedy (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Lou and Bud Kennedy Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.