Keeneland Foundation Inc
Historical FunderLexington, Kentucky · EIN 61-1358165 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$346K
Organizations funded33
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$612K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | KEENELAND FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 4201 VERSAILLES ROAD PO BOX 1690, LEXINGTON KY 405881690 |
| Phone | 8592543412 |
| GIVING@KEENELAND.COM | |
| Form and materials | COMPLETED GRANT APPLICATION FOUND ON KEENELAND.COM WITH COVER LETTER IN REQUIRED FORMAT, PROPOSED PROJECT BUDGET AND OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE CURRENT YEAR, LIST OF BOARD DIRECTORS WITH ADDRESSES AND BUSINESS AFFILIATIONS, IRS 501(C)(3) LETTER, RESUME AND SALARY OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, AND COPY OF THE MOST RECENT AUDIT. DESCRIPTIVE LITERATURE MAY BE PROVIDED BUT IS OPTIONAL. |
| Deadlines | 1ST QUARTER - MARCH 1, 2ND QUARTER - JUNE 1, 3RD QUARTER - SEPTEMBER 1, 4TH QUARTER - NOVEMBER 1 |
| Restrictions | FUNDING WILL NOT BE GRANTED FOR THE FOLLOWING REQUESTS: -FROM INDIVIDUALS -FROM POLITICAL ENTITIES -FOR ANNUAL OPERATING SUPPORT -FROM PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS -FROM FRATERNAL OR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS, UNLESS THE GIFT IS IN SUPPORT OF A RECOGNIZED COMMUNITY PROJECT -TO SUPPORT OPERATING FUNDS OF HOSPITALS OR OTHER PATIENT CARE INSTITUTIONS, ALTHOUGH CAPITAL EXPANSION PROGRAMS MAY BE CONSIDERED. -FROM RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS FOR THE EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT OF ONE RELIGIOUS ENTITY -TO SUPPORT YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES -TO PURCHASE TICKETS OR SPONSORSHIPS FOR CHARITABLE TOURNAMENTS, LUNCHEONS, DINNERS, ETC |
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
6% of grants went outside Kentucky.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stable Recovery | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $72,064 |
| Ed Brown Society | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $50,000 |
| Lexington Public Library Foundation | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $25,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $15,000 |
| Lexington Childrens Theatre Inc | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $15,000 |
| Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation | Saratoga Springs, NY | General operating grant | $15,000 |
| Governor's Scholar Program Foundation | Frankfort, KY | General operating grant | $10,000 |
| Life Adventure Center | Versailles, KY | General operating grant | $10,000 |
| Newton's Attic | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $10,000 |
| Old Ladies Home Dba Ashland Terrace | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $10,000 |
| YMCA of Central Ky | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $10,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities of the Bluegrass Inc | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $8,000 |
| Central Kentucky Riding for Hope Inc | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $6,705 |
| Sayre Christian Village | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $6,101 |
| Lexington Hearing & Speech Center | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $5,050 |
| Angels Without Wings | Greensboro, NC | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc | Lexington, KY | To support light up racing | $5,000 |
| Breeders' Cup Charities | Lexington, KY | Bc annual day of outreach | $5,000 |
| Commonwealth Fund for Ky Educational Tv | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Community Ventures Corporation | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Grow Appalachia at Berea College | Berea, KY | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Historic St Paul African Methodist | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Hooves of Hope Equestrian Center Inc | Lancaster, KY | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Kentucky Equine Adoption Center | Nicholasville, KY | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Kentucky Equine Management Internship | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Key Assets Kentucky | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Secretariat Center | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| University of Kentucky | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $5,000 |
| Alano Club Inc | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $3,750 |
| Jubilee Jobs of Lexington | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $3,500 |
| Down Syndrome Association of Central Ky | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $2,500 |
| Lexington History Museum | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $2,500 |
| Kore Academy | Lexington, KY | General operating grant | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $346,170 | 33 |
| 2024 | $194,656 | 16 |
| 2023 | $186,328 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 20, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612329349100106
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 61-1358165
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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