The Francis and Miranda Childress Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Francis and Miranda Childress Foundation is a private foundation in Gainesville, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $424,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $64,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$424,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$64,000
- Assets$8.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $330,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $504,000 | 10 | $7.3 million |
| 2023 | $330,000 | 11 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $424,000 | 9 | $8.6 million |
How to apply
The Francis and Miranda Childress Foundation 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 The Francis and Miranda Childress Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Wyoming.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 3 | $164,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $150,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Teton National Park Foundation | General operating | $64,000 |
| Episcopal School of Jacksonville | General operating | $50,000 |
| St Marks Espiscopal Church | General operating | $50,000 |
| Randolph-Macon College | General operating | $50,000 |
| St Johns Health Fdn Jackson Hole | General operating | $50,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General operating | $50,000 |
| Jackson Hole One Fly Foundation | General operating | $50,000 |
| Ut Southwestern Medical Center | General operating | $50,000 |
| Hughston Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee S Lewis Jr
- George Childress Lee
- Ann Lee Webb
- Lenoir Valentine Lee II
Questions people ask
Does The Francis and Miranda Childress Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Francis and Miranda Childress Foundation give?
$424,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Francis and Miranda Childress Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lee S Lewis Jr (VP, Treasurer), George Childress Lee (VP, Secretary), Ann Lee Webb (President) and Lenoir Valentine Lee II (VP).
What does The Francis and Miranda Childress Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.