Also known as: William Knight Foundation · Knight Foundation · William S Knight Foundation Inc
Based on their 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 810797771) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
Compiled from public IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation.
In its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing, William S Knight Foundation reported 30 grants totaling $1,402,965 to 30 organizations across 14 states and territories, most often for education. Its largest reported grant was $250,000 to College of the Ozarks.
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| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| College of the Ozarks | POINT LOOKOUT, MO | $250,000 |
| Northshore Classical Academy | MEQUON, WI | $140,725 |
| Hillsdale College | HILLSDALE, MI | $104,000 |
| Prageru | SHERMAN OAKS, CA | $100,000 |
| Benedictine College | ATCHISON, KS | $82,740 |
| Young America's Foundation | RESTON, VA | $75,000 |
| Trinitas Classical Academy | HAYWARD, WI | $70,000 |
| Belmont Abbey College | BELMONT, NC | $60,000 |
| Libertas Institute | LEHI, UT | $50,000 |
| Real Clear Foundation | NORTHBROOK, IL | $50,000 |
| Rock County Christian School | BELOIT, WI | $50,000 |
| Turning Point USA | PHOENIX, AZ | $50,000 |
| Wisconsin Institute for LAW & Liberty | MILWAUKEE, WI | $35,000 |
| Badger Institute | MILWAUKEE, WI | $30,000 |
| Fund for American Studies | WASHINTON, DC | $28,000 |
| Institute for Reforming Government | DELAFIELD, WI | $25,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Wisconsin | MILWAUKEE, WI | $25,000 |
| Mercatus Center-George Mason U | ARLINGTON, VA | $25,000 |
| Network of Enlightened Women | WASHINGTON, DC | $25,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | WASHINGTON, DC | $20,000 |
| Institute for Justice | ARLINGTON, VA | $20,000 |
| Leadership Institute | ARLINGTON, VA | $20,000 |
| Forge Leadership Network | DAYTON, OH | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Economic Education | ATLANTA, GA | $10,000 |
| Independent Institute | OAKLAND, CA | $10,000 |
| Institute for Humane Studies | ARLINGTON, VA | $10,000 |
| Open the Books | BURR RIDGE, IL | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement South Central Region | MONONA, WI | $7,500 |
| Cato Institute | WASHINGTON, DC | $5,000 |
| Moms for Liberty Foundation | MELBOURNE, FL | $5,000 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024 — Part XV (grants paid), and the return header (legal name and address). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
