The Helming And Knies Family Fndn
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable initiatives. Its mission appears to focus on community service, education, and human services, as evidenced by its funding of organizations that provide general operating support and specific project coordination. The foundation serves a diverse range of causes, including educational nonprofits and community welfare organizations. It primarily supports initiatives outside its home state, reflecting a broader commitment to impactful giving.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small to mid-sized nonprofits operating in Florida or Indiana with programs in education, community service, or direct human services and capacity to manage grants of $25K–$50K.
Good Fit
- • Located or delivering programs in Bradenton, FL or Notre Dame/Indiana-area communities.
- • Programs focused on education, community services, or a specific project coordinator role.
- • Ability to absorb an unrestricted or personnel-focused grant in the $25K–$50K range.
- • Existing relationship or introduction to foundation board members or local intermediaries.
Geography
Observed grants in the latest year went to organizations in two states, with about 67% of dollars to Florida and the remainder to Indiana; giving is not strictly local but is limited in geographic breadth.
Recipient Variety
The latest available year shows funding to only three distinct recipients, all receiving equal-sized grants; because only one year is observed, this conclusion is limited to the latest filing but indicates a narrow recipient set.
New Applicants
The foundation explicitly marks funding as for preselected applicants and provides no public submission route or contact details, so unfamiliar applicants are unlikely to enter the portfolio based on visible cues.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
