The King's Daughters and Sons Foundation of Kentucky Inc
Accepts applications
The King's Daughters and Sons Foundation of Kentucky Inc is a private foundation in Reston, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $608,053 in 45 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $56,251. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$608,053
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$56,251
- Assets$12.2 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was up from $573,001 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 | $429,870 | 18 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $573,001 | 31 | $11.2 million |
| 2025 | $608,053 | 45 | $12.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The King's Daughters and Sons Found 12030 Sunrise Valley Dr Ste 450, Reston, VA 20191 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (703) 437-9720 |
| What to submit | Applicants are required to submit an application with supporting documentation by september 30th of each year. Applicant must provide proof of its 501(c)(3) exemption and a copy of its most recently filed form 990. |
| Deadlines | September 30 |
| Restrictions | Applicants should be Kentucky based or provide services to Kentucky residents and be involved in providing care or other services to the elderly, handicapped, or disadvantaged or be an educational institution foundation providing education to individuals who will provide services to the same population. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The King's Daughters and Sons Foundation of Kentucky Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 43 | $588,798 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $18,000 |
| New York | 1 | $4,780 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Zerov | Washer and dryers | $56,251 |
| Kentucky Christian University | Renovations | $40,260 |
| Lexington Rescue Mission | 14 commercial doors and installation in kitchen/dining room | $25,000 |
| Harbor House | Partial funding for parking lot | $24,050 |
| Ashland Terrace | Hvac system | $23,385 |
| Exodus Family Ministries | Loader and attachments | $23,382 |
| Nazareth Home | Purchase washer decontamination system | $22,693 |
| The Center for Courageous Kids | Furniture and decor for four cottages | $21,074 |
| Hospice Care Plus Inc | Payment for vehicle purchased | $21,000 |
| Alice Lloyd College | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| Community and Technical College Foundation of Ashland | Grant for nursing scholarships | $20,000 |
| Panorama Apartments | Elevator repairs | $20,000 |
| Buckhorn Children and Family Services | Vehicle purchase | $18,500 |
| Lexington Habitat for Humanity | Home repair project | $18,213 |
| St Mary's School of Nursing | Scholarships | $18,000 |
| Lexington Hearing and Speech Center | Ear measuring device | $17,048 |
| Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana | Beds and mattresses | $15,150 |
| Crossroads Missions | Skid loader | $15,000 |
| Lifehouse Inc | Replace and add security fencing | $12,613 |
| Have A Heart Foundation Inc | Defibrilator with backup battery | $12,377 |
| West End School | Washing machine, dryer, and dishwasher | $12,355 |
| Home of the Innocents | Medical equipment | $10,484 |
| Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation | Flood relief | $10,000 |
| Berea College | Nursing scholarships | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Owensboro Community and Technical College Foundation Inc | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Lexington Community Radio | Radio equipment to convert analog to digital | $9,969 |
| Breaking Free Ministry Inc | Mattresses,custom build/install/secure end steps, bunk bed and parts | $9,628 |
| Sayre Christian Village | Two ice machines | $9,473 |
| Easterseals Redwood | Smart boards and brackets | $8,016 |
| The Living Arts & Science Center | Outreach equipment, vibe board, and appliances | $7,503 |
| St Mary's Center | Floor scrubber | $6,405 |
| Barren Heights Retreat | Wheelchair accessible playground | $6,248 |
| Revive Ministries | Two commercial washers and dryers | $5,916 |
| Visually Impaired Preschool Services | Optiplex desktop towers | $5,869 |
| Surgery on Sunday | Two phones and vonage phone system | $4,840 |
| Feat of Louisville | Sensory gym | $4,780 |
| Phi Beta Psi Sorority | Transportation assistance and food for cancer treatment | $4,699 |
| Soky Patriots Inc | General support | $4,429 |
| Mission Health Lexington | Urinalysis machines | $4,199 |
Officers and trustees
- Joy Feist
- Barbara B Sledd
- Jane S Peters
- Marc E Craft Cpa
- Michael Busick
- Carla Hawkins PMP
- Karen C Wagers Cpa
- Jackie Hernandez
- Donna Counts
- P Steve Hupman
Questions people ask
Does The King's Daughters and Sons Foundation of Kentucky Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: September 30.
How much does The King's Daughters and Sons Foundation of Kentucky Inc give?
$608,053 in tax year 2025, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The King's Daughters and Sons Foundation of Kentucky Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Joy Feist (President), Barbara B Sledd (Director), Jane S Peters (Secretary) and Marc E Craft Cpa (Treasurer) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does The King's Daughters and Sons Foundation of Kentucky Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.