Korum for Kids Foundation Grant

The Korum For Kids Foundation, established by Jerry and Germaine Korum in 1994, aims to enhance the quality of life for children, families, and communities, primarily in the South Puget Sound area. It funds a range of initiatives through contributions from family-owned automotive retailing companies and real estate holdings, focusing on improving conditions for its target demographic areas.

Type of Support

Overview

The grant program from the Korum For Kids Foundation is dedicated to supporting organizations working in various domains to better the lives of children, families, and communities. Key areas of support include:

  • Organizations aiding those affected by disabilities, illness, or disease, focusing on providing innovative resources in local hospitals, education centers, and schools.
  • Early Learning, Parental Education, and Sports, by enhancing early youth learning, supporting parental education to foster better early educators, and promoting sports to develop the mind, character, and physical abilities of youth.
  • Expanded Learning Opportunities, focusing on participation in the arts, cultural learning, civic engagement, and environmental education, in addition to STEM-related activities.
  • Social Services aimed at improving quality of life and enacting positive community changes, including programs and facilities like food banks and homeless shelters designed to help individuals progress.
  • Mental Health Stability, by partnering with institutions and programs aimed at preserving health or addressing mental illness, including funding for hospital programs, treatment services, and initiatives around suicide awareness, prevention, and drug prevention and awareness, in memory of Cali Noel Hall.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
Preferred locations: WA (King County, Pierce County), All eligible locations: WA
Organization Type
Organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Not private foundations
Other
  • Located in and benefiting residents in The Puget Sound Area
  • Donations also made to national organizations for local fund drives specifically benefiting work within the South Puget Sound area
  • Limit of one grant per project per year (multiple projects possible)
  • Grant amount limited to no more than 10% of total operating revenue
  • Organizations must maintain full control of funds, use them as designated, and report on program's effectiveness
  • Funds must be used directly for the project/program funded
  • Collaborative efforts among organizations encouraged, including those involving matching funds and public/private involvement

Ineligibility

Organizations planning to give gifts such as flowers, baskets, or plaques
Organizations aiming to fund annual events, galas, or special fundraising activities
Individuals seeking direct grants or scholarships
Organizations that discriminate based on ethnic origin, gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation
Organizations whose main activity benefits only their members
Organizations that support violence
Religious or sectarian organizations primarily benefiting their own members.
not specified

Submission

Review Criteria

Priority is extended to initiatives and groups that support the wellbeing of children, youth, and their families.

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