Foundations that fund organizations in Hardin, Kentucky
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Hardin nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $67K to Hardin organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Hardin around $18K. 1 of these funders are based in Kentucky; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Hardin
- $67K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $18K
- Based in KY
- 25%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Hardin organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson-Myre Charitable Foundation | Paducah, KY | 2 | $35K | $18K | Yes | To fund christian ministry; Christian outreach to the poor |
| Oris B Hastings Charitable Foundation | Cairo, IL | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | Charitable Grant |
| Grace Foundation | Huntsville, TX | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | Charity |
| Abiding Servant Foundation Inc | Minocqua, WI | 1 | $1,930 | $1,930 | Preselected only | Monetary contribution for assistance |
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 Hardin, Kentucky?
Carson-Myre Charitable Foundation, Oris B Hastings Charitable Foundation, Grace Foundation, Abiding Servant Foundation Inc reported grants to Hardin 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 Hardin. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.