Helen L Kay Charitable Trust
Historical FunderCincinnati, Ohio · EIN 38-3047073 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | RACHEL GULLEDGE |
|---|---|
| Address | 411 WEST LAFAYETTE, DETROIT MI 48226 |
| Phone | 3132223568 |
| Form and materials | No forms are needed. A letter explaining the need and use of funds is required |
| Deadlines | No deadlines are imposed |
| Restrictions | No restrictions are placed on the awarding of grants. |
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
100% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church of East Brady | East Brady, PA | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| Shriner's Hospital for Children | Chicago, IL | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Hoffman Estates, IL | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| Starr Commonwealth | Albion, MI | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| Goodwill Ind of Greater Detroit | Adrian, MI | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| Cancer Research Institute | New York, NY | Support of daily operations | $10,000 |
| Athletes for Charity | Falls Church, VA | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| New City Kids | Grand Rapids, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Project | Pittsburgh, PA | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Bottomless Toy Chest | Bloomfield Hills, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Oakland Family Services | Pontiac, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Epilepsy Foundation | Southfield, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Rochester Area Neighborhood House | Rochester Hills, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Pewabic Society Inc | Detroit, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Oak Park, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Lions Visually Impaired Youth Camp Inc | Lapeer, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| National Bone Marrow Transplant Link | Southfield, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Gildas Club-Metro Detroit | Royal Oak, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Honor Community Health | Pontiac, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Hunter Hospitality House | Port Huron, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Little Heroes League | Chicago, IL | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Weslyn a Bennett Foundation | Inkster, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
| Refugee Garden Initiatives | Ann Arbor, MI | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $161,000 | 23 |
| 2024 | $330,500 | 38 |
| 2023 | $318,000 | 34 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 21, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631119349102613
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3047073
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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