Commercial Bank Foundation
Historical FunderGrayson, Kentucky · EIN 61-1087988 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $1,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JACK WSTROTHERJR MARK STROTHER |
|---|---|
| Address | 208 E MAIN STREET, GRAYSON KY 41143 |
| Phone | 6064747811 |
| Form and materials | THE COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND IS THE ONLY FUNCTION WHICH UTILIZES A STANDARD APPLICATION FORM. NO PRESCRIBED FORM FOR OTHER FUNCTIONS. |
| Deadlines | GRADUATING SENIORS MUST SUBMIT APPLICATION FORM BY APRIL 15 OF THAT YEAR. |
| Restrictions | THE ONLY LIMITATION IS ON SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS WHICH ARE RESTRICTED TO STUDENTS OF CARTER COUNTY SCHOOLS. LIMITATIONS ARE DETERMINED BY THE TRUSTEES. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
16% of grants went outside Kentucky.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Christian University | Grayson, KY | Charitable grants for scholarships | $20,000 |
| Boston University | Grayson, KY | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Boston University | Grayson, KY | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Ssu Development Foundation | Portsmouth, OH | Dare to dream school competition | $1,000 |
| Foundation for Tristate | Ashland, KY | Charitable grants for scholarships | $1,000 |
| Kentucky Bankers Association | Louisville, KY | Flood relief fund | $1,000 |
The return also lists 14 grants to individuals ($14,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,000 | 20 |
| 2024 | $42,037 | 19 |
| 2023 | $41,426 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601359349101875
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 61-1087988
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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