Foundations that fund organizations in Burgin, Kentucky
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Burgin nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $32K to Burgin organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Burgin around $1,250. 2 of these funders are based in Kentucky; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Burgin
- $32K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $1,250
- Based in KY
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Burgin organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lg&e and Ku Foundation Inc | Louisville, KY | 2 | $30K | $15K | Yes | Herrington lake conservation |
| Dana Charitable Foundation | Novi, MI | 1 | $1,250 | $1,250 | Yes | To support the organization in carrying out their exempt pu… |
| The Bishop Gratitude Foundation Inc | Lexington, KY | 1 | $400 | $400 | Preselected only | Contribution |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Burgin, Kentucky?
Lg&e and Ku Foundation Inc, Dana Charitable Foundation, The Bishop Gratitude Foundation Inc reported grants to Burgin organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Burgin. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.