Foundations that fund organizations in Eastern, Kentucky
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Eastern nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $79K to Eastern organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Eastern around $15K. 1 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 Eastern
- $79K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $15K
- Based in KY
- 33%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Eastern organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Steele-Reese Foundation Xxxxx1004 | Chicago, IL | 1 | $36K | $36K | Yes | General |
| The Lighthouse Beacon Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 2 | $29K | $15K | Preselected only | FCSI Physics Program; PLTW Program Support |
| Varia Family Foundation Inc | Martin, KY | 3 | $13K | $5,000 | Yes | Football uniforms; Sign for athletic complex; Medical |
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 Eastern, Kentucky?
The Steele-Reese Foundation Xxxxx1004, The Lighthouse Beacon Foundation, Varia Family Foundation Inc reported grants to Eastern 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 Eastern. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.