The Madden Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyLexington, Kentucky · EIN 85-0653202 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$542K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$10.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
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
41% of grants went outside Kentucky.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky | Lexington, KY | General assistance | $218,625 |
| The Hill School | Pottstown, PA | General assistance | $117,000 |
| Commonwealth Causes Inc | Lexington, KY | General assistance | $100,000 |
| Cambridge in America | New York, NY | General assistance | $25,000 |
| Smu Athletics | Dallas, TX | General assistance | $25,000 |
| Kentucky Horse Park Foundation | Lexington, KY | General assistance | $15,000 |
| Bluegrass Care Navigators | Lexington, KY | General assistance | $10,000 |
| Indiana University Southeast | New Albany, IN | General assistance | $10,000 |
| Rowan County Community Fund | Lexington, KY | General assistance | $10,000 |
| Headley-Whitney Museum | Lexington, KY | General assistance | $5,000 |
| The Sayre School | Lexington, KY | General assistance | $5,000 |
| Hobe Sound Community Chest Inc | Hobe Sound, FL | General assistance | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $541,625 | 12 |
| 2023 | $393,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 6, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522799349100027
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-0653202
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.