Kentucky Food Ministry Co
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Kentucky Food Ministry operates a community meal distribution program that provides food assistance to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in Lexington, Kentucky. The organization prepares and distributes ready-to-eat meals directly within underserved communities, including individuals experiencing homelessness and residents of subsidized housing. Meals are delivered on-site to reduce barriers to food access such as transportation limitations and limited proximity to traditional food pantries. The program is supported through volunteer engagement and partnerships with local churches, community organizations, and student groups. Volunteers assist with meal preparation, organizing supplies, and distributing meals within the communities served. Through this program, Kentucky Food Ministry works to increase access to basic food resources for vulnerable populations.
- Income
- $8,928
- Spending
- $7,790
- Reserves
- 5.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending October 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending October 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending October 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (1)
- $5,977 spent. Kentucky Food Ministry operates a community meal distribution program that provides consistent food assistance to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in Lexington, Kentucky. The organization prepares and distributes simple, ready-to-eat meals directly within underserved communities, including individuals experiencing homelessness and residents of subsidized housing. By delivering meals on-site within neighborhoods, the program reduces common barriers to food access such as transportation limitations, mobility challenges, and lack of proximity to traditional food pantries. During the current fiscal year, Kentucky Food Ministry served 4,462 meals over 41 service days, providing reliable food assistance to hundreds of individuals experiencing economic hardship. Meals are prepared by volunteers and typically include items such as sandwiches, granola bars, cookies, and bottled water. Distribution occurs directly within the communities served in order to maximize accessibility and ensure consistent contact with individuals who may otherwise lack access to regular food resources. The program operates primarily through volunteer engagement and community partnerships. During the fiscal year, volunteers contributed approximately 590 hours of service supporting meal preparation, logistics, distribution, and community outreach. Partner organizations that supported the program through volunteers, donations, or other resources included Saint Athanasius Orthodox Church, Mount Zion Community Church, Asbury University student organizations, the Downtown Community of First United Methodist Church, and the YMCA. In addition to meal distribution, the organization periodically provides seasonal items intended to support the health and well-being of individuals served. During periods of extreme summer heat, volunteers distributed additional water and cooling items, such as popsicles, alongside meals to help mitigate health risks associated with high temperatures. The organization also conducts occasional supplemental outreach efforts that support individuals and families experiencing economic hardship. During the fiscal year, Kentucky Food Ministry organized a community clothing drive, collecting and distributing clothing items to families in need. The organization also hosted a community fish fry and dance fundraising event, which helped generate resources to sustain the meal distribution program and maintain consistent service. Through this program, Kentucky Food Ministry provides direct food assistance while building collaborative relationships with local churches, student organizations, and community partners. The program is designed to provide consistent, accessible food support to vulnerable populations while leveraging volunteer engagement to maximize community impact and operational efficiency.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending October 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending October 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since September 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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