Chris & Shelly Demetree Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Chris & Shelly Demetree Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Jacksonville, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $235,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$235,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $239,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $89,000 | 7 | $5,498 |
| 2024 | $239,000 | 10 | $580,836 |
| 2025 | $235,500 | 12 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Chris & Shelly Demetree Family Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Chris & Shelly Demetree Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 9 | $221,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $7,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Brigid Catholic Church (Mustard Seed Ministry) | General fund | $150,000 |
| Alexander-Tharpe Fund Georgia Tech Athletic Association | General fund | $25,000 |
| Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation | General fund | $15,000 |
| Children's Museum of Atlanta | General fund | $8,000 |
| St Judes Children's Research Hospital | General fund | $7,500 |
| CCS Charity Guild | General fund | $5,000 |
| Marist School Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Mustard Seed Communities | General fund | $5,000 |
| Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta | General fund | $5,000 |
| Holy Redeemer Catholic School | General fund | $5,000 |
| Georgia Tech Catholic Center | General fund | $3,000 |
| Smile Train Inc | General fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Demetree
- Shelly Demetree
Questions people ask
Does Chris & Shelly Demetree Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chris & Shelly Demetree Family Foundation Inc give?
$235,500 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Chris & Shelly Demetree Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Demetree (Director/President) and Shelly Demetree (Director/Sec/Treas).
What does Chris & Shelly Demetree Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.