THE GHEENS FOUNDATION

The Gheens Foundation was established in 1957 by C. Edwin and Mary Jo Gheens to continue their lifelong interests in education and human services. Mr. Gheens, a Louisville native whose father and uncle were successful wholesale grocerers, was the owner of a large candy manufacturing company in Louisville. The family also owned a working ranch in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, which was rich in mineral resources.

Also known as: Gheens Foundation

Primary location: Louisville United States