Foundations that fund organizations in Melber, Kentucky
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Melber nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $872K to Melber organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Melber around $175K. 3 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 Melber
- $872K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $175K
- Based in KY
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Melber organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldon and Emma Belle Gardner Charitable Foundation | Paducah, KY | 1 | $645K | $645K | Preselected only | General operating budget |
| Carson-Myre Charitable Foundation | Paducah, KY | 1 | $175K | $175K | Yes | Christian outreach to the poor |
| Tackett Foundation Inc | Mayfield, KY | 1 | $50K | $50K | Preselected only | Child welfare |
| 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 Melber, Kentucky?
Eldon and Emma Belle Gardner Charitable Foundation, Carson-Myre Charitable Foundation, Tackett Foundation Inc, Woodmenlife Outreach Foundation reported grants to Melber 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 Melber. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.