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The Kirk Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in PALMETTO BAY, FL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1999. The principal officer is Bessemer Trust. It holds total assets of $18M. Annual income is reported at $11.7M. Total assets have grown from $1.9M in 2011 to $18M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Florida. According to available records, The Kirk Foundation Inc. has made 252 grants totaling $4.8M, with a median grant of $20K. Annual giving has grown from $1.6M in 2021 to $3.2M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $153K, with an average award of $19K. The foundation has supported 107 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Florida, Colorado, California, which account for 85% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 10 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$100
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$20K
Largest Grant
$153K
Based on 81 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
The Kirk Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 252 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in FL, CO, CA.
The Kirk Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $4.8M across 252 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $19K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $153K.
The Kirk Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The Kirk Foundation Inc. is headquartered in PALMETTO BAY, FL. While based in FL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 10 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosa Santiago | PRESIDENT | $150K | $0 | $150K |
| Darwin Pace | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kathleen A Staley | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Pamela Garrison | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ron Shuffield | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$18M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$17.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
252
Total Giving
$4.8M
Average Grant
$19K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
107
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| BranchesGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $35K | 2022 |
| Guitars Over Guns OrganizationGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $75K | 2022 |
| Miami Childrens MuseumGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $60K | 2022 |
| Youth For ChristGENERAL PURPOSE | Englewood, CO | $60K | 2022 |
| Adrienne Arsht Center Trust IncGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $55K | 2022 |
| University Of MiamiGENERAL PURPOSE | Coral Gables, FL | $54K | 2022 |
| The Education FundGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami Lakes, FL | $50K | 2022 |
| Achieve Miami IncGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $50K | 2022 |
| The Christian And MissionaryGENERAL PURPOSE | Zephyrhills, FL | $37K | 2022 |
| Girls Inc Of Greater MiamiGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $35K | 2022 |
| Young Musicians UniteGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $35K | 2022 |
| Florida Elks CharitiesGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $30K | 2022 |
| Genesis Hopeful HavenGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $30K | 2022 |
| Be Strong InternationalGENERAL PURPOSE | Cutler Bay, FL | $28K | 2022 |
| South Florida PbsGENERAL PURPOSE | Boynton Beach, FL | $27K | 2022 |
| Camillus HouseGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Children Bereavement CenterGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Amigos Together For KidsGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| New World SymphonyGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami Beach, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Fairchild Tropical Botanic GardenGENERAL PURPOSE | Coral Gables, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Nu Deco Ensemble IncGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| National Young Arts FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Museum Of Contemporay ArtGENERAL PURPOSE | N Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Teach For AmericaGENERAL PURPOSE | Boston, MA | $25K | 2022 |
| Miami City BalletGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami Beach, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Bridge To Hope General CharitableGENERAL PURPOSE | Cutler Bay, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Educate TomorrowGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami Shores, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| The Murray Dranoff FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Miami Childrens Health System Inc Dba NicklausGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Thomas Armour Youth BalletGENERAL PURPOSE | S Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Junior Achievement Of Greater MiamiGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami Beach, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Vizcaya Museum And Gardens TrustGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| South Florida Youth SymphonyGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Miami Diaper BankGENERAL PURPOSE | Hialeah, FL | $25K | 2022 |
| Historymiami MuseumGENERAL PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $25K | 2022 |
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