Foundations that fund organizations in Fredonia, Kentucky
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Fredonia nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $8,000 to Fredonia organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Fredonia around $2,500. 1 of these funders are based in Kentucky; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Fredonia
- $8,000
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $2,500
- Based in KY
- 33%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Fredonia organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Melkus Family Foundation | Nashville, TN | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Preselected only | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity |
| Robert & Evelyn Hewlett Morgan Family Foundation Inc | Princeton, KY | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Yes | Financial aid - new fencing for buddy rogers park |
| Woodmenlife Outreach Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | Charitable donation |
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 Fredonia, Kentucky?
The Melkus Family Foundation, Robert & Evelyn Hewlett Morgan Family Foundation Inc, Woodmenlife Outreach Foundation reported grants to Fredonia 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 Fredonia. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.