Mckinley Educational Initiative
Invitation OnlyTempe, Arizona · EIN 82-3688020 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$991K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$26M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,550 and $75,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
85% of grants went outside Arizona.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue Research Foundation | West Lafayette, IN | Medical research | $745,000 |
| Metroed Foundation | San Jose, CA | General support | $75,000 |
| John Jay Center for Learning | Portland, IN | General operating support | $70,000 |
| The Portland Foundation | Portland, IN | General support for jay county school system tutoring and behavioral health | $50,000 |
| Leadership Kauai | Lihue, HI | General support | $25,000 |
| Aspire Arizona Foundation | Payson, AZ | General operating support | $15,550 |
| Koko - Five Mountains Hawaii Inc | Kamuela, HI | General operating support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $990,550 | 7 |
| 2023 | $530,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543189349101419
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-3688020
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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