Frank W Sower Community Trust
Invitation OnlyFrankfort, Kentucky · EIN 61-6272488 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$696K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$126K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $75,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
8% of grants went outside Kentucky.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi Classical Academy | Shelbyville, KY | educational needs | $150,000 |
| St Francis de Sales Church | Georgetown, KY | construct pavilion for church functions | $101,000 |
| Senior Activity Center | Frankfort, KY | Meals on Wheels for homebound | $90,000 |
| Bluegrass Community Action | Frankfort, KY | soccer field repairs for youth | $75,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul | Frankfort, KY | services to indigent of area | $50,000 |
| Frankfort Access Soup Kitchen and Shelter | Frankfort, KY | food and shelter for homeless | $50,000 |
| Rosm | Frankfort, KY | aid to poor | $50,000 |
| Good Shepherd School | Frankfort, KY | educational needs | $40,000 |
| Simon House | Frankfort, KY | food and shelter to families | $30,000 |
| Franklin County Fire Dept | Frankfort, KY | toys for children at Christmas | $20,000 |
| Frankfort Police Dept | Frankfort, KY | toys for children at Christmas | $20,000 |
| Catholic Bar Association | Center Valley, PA | support operations and conference | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $696,000 | 12 |
| 2024 | $127,000 | 15 |
| 2023 | $30,000 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611299349100206
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 61-6272488
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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