Mission
The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels is a voluntary philanthropic organization that empowers individuals recognized as Kentucky Colonels to contribute to their communities and support those in need through charitable donations and volunteer efforts. They distribute millions annually through their Good Works Program to enhance the lives of Kentuckians.
Basic Information
Founded in
1944
EIN
61-0485432
Total Assets
$22.83 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Good Works Program
Annual grants that support various nonprofits in Kentucky to improve community welfare.

Colonels Homecoming 2024
A celebration gathering Colonels from various regions.

Honor Flight Bluegrass
A program supporting veterans' return to memorial sites.
Impact Stats
Total Grants
Total Grants Granted
Grants have been distributed since 1951 to support Kentucky nonprofits.
Annual Grant Amount
Annual Funding
Funding provided to Kentucky nonprofits through the Good Works Program.
Annual Impact
People Impacted
Approximate number of individuals touched by the Kentucky Colonels' contributions annually.
Past Events
Colonels Homecoming 2023
2023-05-01
An annual gathering of Kentucky Colonels to celebrate fellow Colonels and the organization.
Upcoming Events

Homecoming 2024
2024-06-15
Join us for a weekend of celebration with fellow Kentucky Colonels.
Learn MoreFall Day of Service
2024-10-10
A day dedicated to community service across Kentucky.
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
74
66
/100
Program Expense Ratio
76.32%
10
/20
Program Revenue Growth
23.43%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.03118
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
3.533
16
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 5.213M | 92.01% |
Program Services | 145.3K | 2.56% |
Investment Income | 306.8K | 5.41% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | -87.93K | -1.55% |
Other Notable Sources | 88.45K | 1.56% |
Total Revenue | 5.666M | 100.00% |
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