The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo
Jacksonville, Florida · EIN 596197946 · Private foundation
The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo is a Florida-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $2.0M in giving and $50.0M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 643 grants for The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo funds
The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, arts education, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include black communities, children, disabled, families, foster youth, homeless population.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Fl Foundation SCHOOL OF NURSING INNOVATION AND LEARNING LAB | Gainesville, FL | $500K | 2020 |
| Jack Hadley Black History Museum MAINTENANCE OF MUSEUM TO HONOR BLACK HISTORY AND SUPPORT OF THE JACK HADLEY YARDS CAPITAL CAMPAIGN PROJECT | Thomasville, GA | $125K | 2024 |
| YMCA of the Georgia Sunbelt PROVIDING HEALTH AND COUNSELING SERVICES TO BAINBRIDGE, GA | Moultrie, GA | $100K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo
The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo
- Does The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo accept grant applications?
- The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo fund?
- The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include University of Fl Foundation, Jack Hadley Black History Museum, YMCA of the Georgia Sunbelt. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo give in grants?
- The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $2.0M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $8.2M over 643 grants.
- Where is The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo located?
- The Thomas M and Irene Kirbo is based in Jacksonville, Florida. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 596197946.
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