ABOUT
Our foundation was created to positively impact people’s lives and communities. Kittle Property Group, our families and employees are inspired to give back to the people and communities that have supported us.
KITTLE PROPERTY GROUP
Our roots go back to 1948. But our eyes are on the future. As a national leader in affordable housing, we serve residents in 20 states, spanning much of the Midwest and South. And having seen the landscape, and more importantly the people, in all these places, we understand well how important it is to keep our investment going. These are the individuals and families who have helped our business thrive. Now it’s our turn to help do the same for our communities.
Our roots go back to 1948. But our eyes are on the future. As a national leader in affordable housing, we serve residents in 20 states, spanning much of the Midwest and South….
MISSION & VALUES
MISSION
To make a positive difference in the lives of our team members, our residents, and our communities by providing grants, scholarships, donations, and volunteer opportunities.
VALUES
KPFF takes inspiration from the values of Kittle Property Group, known as “The 3 Cs”: Community, Commitment & Culture.
COMMUNITY
We have a positive effect on each community in which we work, including our KPG family, residents, neighborhoods and partners.
COMMITMENT
We set clear goals and objectives, then we persevere. Regardless of the challenge, we face it together.
CULTURE
As a team, we add value to the work we do. Our employees seek to learn and gain new skills through coaching, continuous improvement, and giving back to our communities.
KPG CARES
Before the Kittle Property Family Foundation, there was KPG Cares. This program, made up of employees from throughout the company, promoted volunteerism and community involvement – allowing every full-time employee to volunteer two days a year on company time for a 501c3 of their choice – and really got the ball rolling in the larger effort to make a positive impact in the community. We’re grateful for the KPG Cares committee’s efforts in overseeing company donations to nonprofits as well as the company’s match of employee donations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why was the foundation formed?
The Kittle Property Family Foundation came about as a formal way for the Kittle family and KPG to give back to the families, customers, neighborhoods and partners that have supported our group’s success. It was envisioned as a platform to effect positive change on each of our communities – strengthening partnerships within those communities and connecting with our neighbors.
How do I donate?
We warmly welcome donors who are inspired and able to contribute to our causes including Affordable Housing and Education. You can make a donation directly on the Donate page of our website.
Who is eligible for grants?
Kittle Property Group employees who are dealing with Unique, Infrequent, and Unusual hardship.
Residents experiencing financial stress in paying their rent.
College-bound or college-enrolled children of Kittle Property Group residents (Scholarships).
Children of Kittle Property Group employees currently in college.
Like-minded non-profits that are aligned with Kittle Property Family Foundation’s affordable housing mission in the markets we serve.
Learn more on our Grants page.
How do I apply for a grant?
Learn more on our Grants page.
MEET OUR LEADERSHIP
JEFFREY L. KITTLE
After more than a quarter century in the field, Jeff has the drive, and the know-how, to launch and sustain initiatives that transform communities. As President & CEO of Kittle Property Group, he oversees a portfolio representing more than $3 billion in investments – but still has time to stay active in multiple community and civic organizations, as well as cheering on his daughters in their tennis matches.
JENNIFER KITTLE, D.D.S.
After running her own dental practice for 15 years and involvement in The Christamore House Guild, The Children’s Museum Guild, and The American Cancer Society Guild, Jennifer brings a passion for serving people in the community. And as a mom of two and wife to Jeff (they recently celebrated their 26th anniversary), she knows how to make sure everyone, and everything, is taken care of. Jennifer also serves as a Deacon at Second Presbyterian Church.
MATTHEW EHINGER
A seasoned expert in the tax field, Matt advises clients on a variety of tax matters and is the co-lead of his firm’s Opportunity Zone Initiative. Through this program, which incentivizes investment in low-income communities, he has helped create and represent more than 100 Opportunity Zone Funds, on both a local and a national level.
MARK MUSELMAN
A “natural” in the field of real estate, Mark founded his first investment firm while enrolled at Taylor University. The firm, “M2 Investments,” acquired college rental homes at Taylor as well as at Ball State University. Upon his graduation in 2016, Mark and his firm transitioned to acquire multi-family assets across the state, and is now focused on multi-family development. He and his wife Natalee and their daughter are Indianapolis residents.
SEAN O’CONNOR, CPA
Sean has practiced public accounting for 37 years and is known for his expertise in accounting related to the development and management of multi-family housing communities. He was a frequent speaker at various multi-family trade association conferences and also serves as board president of Seeds of Hope, Inc, a non-profit organization located in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving women recovering from drug and alcohol addictions.
