John Crain Kunkel Foundation
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania · EIN 237026914 · Private foundation
Based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, John Crain Kunkel Foundation has awarded $2.3M across 127 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Penn State University. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What John Crain Kunkel Foundation funds
John Crain Kunkel Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, early childhood education, education, disaster relief & emergency aid, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, homeless population, low-income communities, older adults, veterans.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn State University TO ESTABLISH THE JOHN CRAIN KUNKEL FOUNDATION EDUCATIONAL EQUITY SCHOLARSHIP FOR MEDICAL STUDENTS | Hershey, PA | $150K | 2020 |
| Dauphin County Library System FOR THE "YOUR PLACE TO BELONG" LIBRARY PROJECT | Harrisburg, PA | $100K | 2020 |
| Historic Harriburg Association RESTORING THE 130 YEAR OLD HHA HOUSE WITH HVAC, PLASTERING AND ELECTRIC IMPROVEMENTS . | Harrisburg, PA | $75K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from John Crain Kunkel Foundation
From John Crain Kunkel Foundation's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:
Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything. You can review the foundation directly at kunkelfoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about John Crain Kunkel Foundation
- Does John Crain Kunkel Foundation accept grant applications?
- Yes — John Crain Kunkel Foundation's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
- What does John Crain Kunkel Foundation fund?
- John Crain Kunkel Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Penn State University, Dauphin County Library System, Historic Harriburg Association. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does John Crain Kunkel Foundation give in grants?
- John Crain Kunkel Foundation reported $521K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $2.3M over 127 grants.
- Where is John Crain Kunkel Foundation located?
- John Crain Kunkel Foundation is based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 237026914.
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