Foundations that fund organizations in Hickory, Kentucky
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Hickory nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $13K to Hickory 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 Hickory around $1,500. 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 Hickory
- $13K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $1,500
- Based in KY
- 33%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Hickory organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myrl C Strong Trust | Paducah, KY | 1 | $11K | $11K | Preselected only | For maintenance, repair and upkeep of church and grounds |
| Nextdoor Foundation | San Francisco, CA | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Preselected only | General & Unrestricted |
| Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation | Coraopolis, PA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Grant for youth sports |
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 Hickory, Kentucky?
Myrl C Strong Trust, Nextdoor Foundation, Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation reported grants to Hickory 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 Hickory. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.