Private foundation · EIN 20-1298192 · Saint Louis, Missouri · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Centene Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 155 grants paid, $39M total, median $25K. 23% of grants stayed in Missouri.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
155
$39M
Median grant
$25K
Stays in MO
23%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$195M

Grants paid in 2024

Top 60 of 155 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Jwch Institute IncCommerce, CAResidential care facility for persons experiencing homelessness$2.9M
Community Health Development IncUvalde, TXSupport new construction and associated site$2.3M
Physicians for a Healthy CaliforniaSacramento, CASupport latino physician representation coalition vision$2.3M
Safer FoundationChicago, ILProvide $2 million over three years$1.6M
Charles R Drew University of Medicine and ScienceLos Angeles, CASecuring the workforce pathway for physician diversit$1.5M
Central Iowa Shelter & ServicesDes Moines, IASimplify and educate community members$1.1M
Altamed Health Services CorporationCommerce, CAAltamed community mobile services program$1.0M
Community Medical Centers IncStockton, CAProvide medical care and bh services$1.0M
Georgia Southern UniversityStatesboro, GAIncrease recruitment, enrollment, retention, and graduation of bsn nursing students$1.0M
Health Center Association of NebraskaOmaha, NEEstablish & implement project access$1.0M
Kaweah Delta Hospital FoundationVisalia, CAUsing geocoding methodologies - to enhance health care quality, access, and health outcomes$1.0M
Love One Louisiana FoundationBaton Rouge, LALove one louisiana foundation contribution$1.0M
Medical College of Georgia FoundationAugusta, GAPilot a one-year prescription produce program to improve food and nutrition security$1.0M
Missouri Coalition for Primary Health CareJefferson City, MOCreate a center of excellence and conference cente$1.0M
National Association of Community Health CentersBethesda, MDPromote efficiency, improve patient and provider experience, and advance equitable health outcomes$1.0M
Vision y CompromisoLos Angeles, CAMitigate pediatric health disparities$1.0M
Osf Multi-Specialty Group Dba Osf OncallPeoria, ILProvide patient education and support$920K
City of Albuquerque FoundationAlbuquerque, NMSupport as one of anchor partners$833K
Oakwood Creative Care IncMesa, AZGift cards distributed to npo$750K
The Municipal Theatre Association of St LouisSt Louis, MOSecond century capital campaign$600K
Urban League of Metropolitan St LouisSt Louis, MOProvide medical equipment$574K
The Jed FoundationNew York, NYSupport structures and light bridge$518K
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (bbbsa)Tampa, FLMental health and well beingsupport$500K
Charmeck Family Justice Center IncCharlotte, NCProvide range of wraparound services$500K
Cardinal Glennon Children's FoundationSt Louis, MOEnhancing access to pediatric care$433K
Kipp FoundationSan Francisco, CAKipp foundation - my 2020-2025$400K
The Opportunity TrustSt Louis, MOSupport for parents$400K
Beyond DifferencesSan Rafael, CASchool-based program$391K
West Hawaii Community Health Center IncKailua Kona, HISupport matching gift for centene board$375K
American Online Giving Foundation IncNewark, DEBenevity - spark - float fund payment$365K
Georgia Association for Primary Health Care IncDecatur, GADisaster relief - hurricane helene$358K
Little Bit FoundationOlivette, MOGeneral contribution$355K
Indiana University Health Foundation IncChicago, ILExpanding the congregational care network in northern indiana$350K
National Hispanic Health FoundationWashington, DCA one-year program for 10 talented mid-career hispanic physicians interested in future careers in advocacy or policymaking at the federal o…$350K
Forest Park Forever IncSt Louis, MOOffer community health programming, recreational activities and social gatherings$333K
Nevada Health CentersCarson City, NVMedical maternity home program$333K
Alternatives for GirlsDetroit, MIPermanent supportive housing project$333K
Buffalo Urban League IncBuffalo, NYSupport construction$333K
Neighborhood Service OrganizationDetroit, MIMedical respite for the homeless$333K
University Physician Group Dba Wayne HealthDetroit, MISupport to meet changing healthcare demands$333K
Food Bank Council of MichiganLansing, MIDesign, implement, and evaluate a healthy food access and nutrition$300K
Ford's Theatre SocietyWashington, DCCommitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (edi) initiatives$300K
Saint Louis UniversitySt Louis, MOSupport design and construction of st. louis$300K
Washington State Opportunity Scholarship FoundationSeattle, WASupport disaster relief in fl$300K
John F Kennedy Center for the Performing ArtsWashington, DC2024 national symphony orchestra season opening gala$290K
Youth Villages Foundation IncBartlett, TNProvide evidence-based services to children$257K
City of Refuge IncAtlanta, GAProvide more resources for underserved individuals$250K
Fora Health Treatment & RecoveryPortland, OROffer 46 beds through a supportive housing model$250K
Gaston Family Health Services Inc Dba Kintegra HealthGastonia, NCDisaster relief - hurricane helene$250K
Indiana Rural Health Association Inc (irha)Terre Haute, INEnhances the health and well-being of indianas rural population$250K
Ku EndowmentLawrence, KSKansas nursing workforce center$250K
National Minority Quality Forum IncWashington, DCMinority and rural coronavirus insights study$250K
California Health CollaborativeFresno, CAEvery woman counts program$200K
Concordance Academy of LeadershipSt Louis, MOConcordance re-entry model$200K
University of Southern CaliforniaLos Angeles, CAChronic disease prevention promotoras training program$200K
Smart Living Systems By LaddCincinnati, OHProvide transformation consultation services to kansas$170K
Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Harrisburg AreaHarrisburg, PACritical home repair program$167K
Metropolitan Golf FoundationSt Louis, MOBeyond housing, a nationally recognized community development$150K
Players Philanthropy FundTowson, MDThe mhs indiana mobile grocery store sponsorship$150K
Variety the Children's Charity of St LouisSt Louis, MOProvide scholarships & comprehensive support services$125K

By state: California 13 · Missouri 35 · Illinois 9 · Georgia 13 · Texas 12 · District of Columbia 8

About this foundation

Centene Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri, administered in care of Andrew Asher, tax-exempt since 2004. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Centene Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Centene Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $39M across 155 grants, a median of $25K.

Where does Centene Foundation give?

California (13 grants), Missouri (35 grants), Illinois (9 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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