Kirk Humanitarian
Accepts applications
Kirk Humanitarian is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $960,885. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.5 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$960,885
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.2 million the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $28.7 million | 12 | $3.0 million |
| 2023 | $3.2 million | 11 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 4 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Spencer Kirk 2755 E Cottonwood Parkway Apt 450, Salt Lake City, UT 84121 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (801) 578-6966, skirk@kirkhumanitarian.org |
| What to submit | Written |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $960,885 |
| New York | 1 | $300,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin Angel Alliance Inc | To meet the bylaws of the foundation | $960,885 |
| Multifaith Alliance for Syrian | To meet the bylaws of the foundation | $300,000 |
| John Hopkins University | To meet the bylaws of the foundation | $100,000 |
| Micronutrient Forum | To meet the bylaws of the foundation | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Spencer Kirk
- Kristen Kirk
Questions people ask
Does Kirk Humanitarian accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Kirk Humanitarian give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Kirk Humanitarian?
Its 2024 filing lists Spencer Kirk (President/Director) and Kristen Kirk (Secretary/Treasurer).