Adventure Outdoors Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Adventure Outdoors Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Johns Creek, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,860 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $9,080 and the largest $94,000. 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$160,860
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$9,080
- Largest grant$94,000
- Assets$370,404
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $142,898 the year before.
30% 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 | $112,833 | 10 | $400,349 |
| 2024 | $142,898 | 9 | $330,511 |
| 2025 | $160,860 | 10 | $370,404 |
How to apply
Adventure Outdoors 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 Adventure Outdoors Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 8 | $147,360 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $12,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Perimeter Church | Religious | $94,000 |
| Home Repair Ministries | Public service | $13,000 |
| Hawkinsville First Baptist Church | Religious | $12,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Public service | $12,000 |
| Thrive Community Inc | Special needs outreach | $10,160 |
| Uga - William C Hartman Fund | Public service | $8,000 |
| Champions Community Foundation | Public service | $6,000 |
| Broad Street Baptist Church | Religious | $3,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Public service | $1,500 |
| Ccos Charity Guild | Public service | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry J Mays
- Larry J Mays II
- Joyce H Mays
Questions people ask
Does Adventure Outdoors Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Adventure Outdoors Foundation Inc give?
$160,860 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $9,080.
Who runs Adventure Outdoors Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Larry J Mays (President), Larry J Mays II (Treasurer) and Joyce H Mays (Secretary).
What does Adventure Outdoors Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.