Kim Edwards Charitable Foundation Inc. channels Lexington-born generosity into purposeful grants that uplift education, healthcare access, and resilient communities statewide.
On the IRS Publication 78 list (Deductibility Code PF). Connect with us:
akilaha3451@hotmail.com
A Lexington, Kentucky private foundation advancing equitable opportunity
Kim Edwards Charitable Foundation Inc. was organized in 2008 to honor a family legacy of philanthropy rooted in Lexington, Kentucky. We mobilize private foundation resources to accelerate community-led solutions in education, healthcare, and social services throughout the Commonwealth and beyond.
Recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt private foundation (EIN 61-1548449), we appear on the Publication 78 Data list with Deductibility Code PF—meaning donors may rely on our status when determining the deductibility of their contributions. Every grant we make is anchored in compliance, transparency, and measurable impact.
Private Foundation | 501(c)(3)
2929 Montavesta Rd, Lexington, KY 40502, United States
61-1548449
Tax-exempt | Publication 78 Verified
We connect Lexington-area generosity with bold solutions that help Kentuckians thrive. Through strategic charitable giving, we invest in partners expanding educational success, improving community health, and delivering essential social services.
We believe every neighbor deserves access to learning, wellness, and opportunity. Our due diligence ensures funds reach organizations with proven leadership, equitable practices, and the capacity to scale their impact.
Investing in literacy, college access, and workforce readiness
Supporting clinics, prevention programs, and family wellness
Backing neighborhood revitalization and rural resilience
Funding social service partners that meet urgent needs
Strategic investments in programs that create meaningful change
Partnering with schools, scholarship collaboratives, and learning hubs that remove barriers to achievement for Lexington learners and students across Kentucky.
Advancing access to quality care by supporting clinics, mobile health teams, and wellness partners serving rural and urban families alike.
Investing in initiatives that strengthen neighborhoods, expand economic opportunity, and improve quality of life for residents across Kentucky and the surrounding region.
Empowering young people through mentoring, enrichment, and leadership experiences that cultivate confidence and civic engagement.
See how our charitable investments create positive change in communities
Neighbors coordinating supplies for local service agencies
Supporting mobile teams that bring resources to Appalachian counties
Grant partners expanding wellness screenings and prevention
Students exploring STEM pathways with mentor guidance
Investments that brighten shared public spaces
Working alongside nonprofits across Kentucky and the United States
Transparency and accountability in everything we do
Kim Edwards Charitable Foundation Inc. evaluates every proposal with equal parts heart and rigor. From compliance reviews to on-the-ground check-ins, we ensure grants align with our mission, IRS requirements, and the expectations of the communities we serve.
Shared dashboards track outcomes, demographics served, and long-term sustainability
Publication 78 listing, IRS letters, and filings are available to donors upon request
All programs undergo thorough evaluation to ensure proper use of charitable funds
Verified IRS records for Kim Edwards Charitable Foundation Inc.
Final determination letter confirming our Section 501(c)(3) status, private foundation classification, and Deductibility Code PF listing on Publication 78.
Electronic copies (images) are retained with the IRS and shared upon written request.
This document confirms our tax-exempt status and eligibility to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions.
View DocumentWe maintain open records consistent with IRS Publication 78 expectations so donors and partners can rely on our status when determining the deductibility of their contributions.
Ready to strengthen Kentucky communities? Let’s work together.
For grant applications, partnership inquiries, IRS filings, and general questions
akilaha3451@hotmail.comSend correspondence and documentation to our Lexington office
2929 Montavesta RdInterested in applying for a grant? Review our guidelines and application process
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